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ICD on Mastectomy side

ICD on Mastectomy side

I had a left modified radical mastectomy 27 years ago. I now need to have an implantable cardiac defibrillator. Can I have this put into my left chest?
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Dear Abikat, There likely wouldn’t be a problem with implantation of the device into this area, however, the doctor who will be placing the device will need to make the decision regarding appropriate placement based on evaluation of your current anatomy and the device being placed.  



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