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- Best Private Hospital in South Africa, 2020 - Ahmed Kathrada Private Hospital in Johannesburg was named the Best Private Hospital in South Africa in 2020 by the International Healthcare Commission.
- Best Hospital for Cardiology, 2019 - Ahmed Kathrada Private Hospital in Johannesburg was named the Best Hospital for Cardiology in 2019 by the South African Medical Association.
- Best Hospital for Orthopedics, 2019 - Ahmed Kathrada Private Hospital in Johannesburg was named the Best Hospital for Orthopedics in 2019 by the South African Medical Association.
- Best Hospital for Neurology, 2019 - Ahmed Kathrada Private Hospital in Johannesburg was named the Best Hospital for Neurology in 2019 by the South African Medical Association.
- Best Hospital for Pulmonology, 2019 - Ahmed Kathrada Private Hospital in Johannesburg was named the Best Hospital for Pulmonology in 2019 by the South African Medical Association.
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- Best Hospital in Africa for Patient Experience, 2019 - Life Kingsbury Hospital was awarded the Best Hospital in Africa for Patient Experience in 2019 by the Healthcare & Pharmaceutical Awards.
- Best Hospital for Medical Tourism in South Africa, 2020 - Life Kingsbury Hospital was named the Best Hospital for Medical Tourism in South Africa in 2020 by the Global Health and Pharma Awards.
- Best Private Hospital in Cape Town, 2021 - Life Kingsbury Hospital was named the Best Private Hospital in Cape Town in 2021 by the Global Health and Pharma Awards.
- Best Maternity Hospital in Western Cape, 2021 - Life Kingsbury Hospital was named the Best Maternity Hospital in Western Cape in 2021 by the Global Health and Pharma Awards.
- Best Hospital for Patient Safety in South Africa, 2021 - Life Kingsbury Hospital was named the Best Hospital for Patient Safety in South Africa in 2021 by the Global Health and Pharma Awards.
- Best Hospital in KwaZulu-Natal, 2018, Standard Bank KZN Top Business Awards: eThekwini Hospital and Heart Centre received this award for its outstanding healthcare services in KwaZulu-Natal.
- Best Hospital in Durban, 2019, KZN Health Excellence Awards: This award recognized eThekwini Hospital and Heart Centre for its exceptional healthcare services in Durban.
- Best Private Hospital in South Africa, 2019, KZN Health Excellence Awards: This award recognized eThekwini Hospital and Heart Centre for its outstanding private healthcare services in South Africa.
- Best Hospital in Durban, 2020, KZN Health Excellence Awards: This award recognized eThekwini Hospital and Heart Centre for its exceptional healthcare services in Durban.
- Best Private Hospital in KwaZulu-Natal, 2020, Standard Bank KZN Top Business Awards: This award recognized eThekwini Hospital and Heart Centre for its outstanding private healthcare services in KwaZulu-Natal.
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Outcomes of ICD Combo Device (Only Surgery)
| Speciality | Cardiac Sciences |
| Procedure | ICD Combo Device (Only Surgery) |
| Success Rate | 95-98% |
| Recovery Time | 2-4 weeks |
| Treatment Time | 2-3 hours |
| Chances of Recurrence | 2% |
What is an ICD Combo Device (Only Surgery), and how does it work?
An ICD Combo Device is also known as an Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator Combo Device. It is a specialized cardiac device used to treat life-threatening arrhythmias in the heart. ICD combo, as the name suggests, is a combination of two devices: an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) and a cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) device. The ICD component monitors the heart's rhythm and delivers an electrical shock to restore normal heart rhythm in case a dangerous arrhythmia is detected. The CRT part of the device is responsible for synchronizing the heart's pumping action in patients with heart failure.
What medical conditions can be treated through ICD Combo Device (Only Surgery)?
The ICD Combo Device is primarily used to treat conditions such as ventricular tachycardia and ventricular fibrillation, both types of life-threatening arrhythmias that can cause sudden cardiac arrest.
What is the recovery process after an ICD Combo Device (Only Surgery)?
Recovery after the ICD Combo Device implantation typically involves a hospital stay of a few days. Patients usually experience some soreness and discomfort at the site of the incision, which improves gradually. During the recovery period, patients are recommended to avoid heavy lifting and strenuous activities to allow the incision site to heal properly. Regular follow-up visits with the cardiologist are necessary to monitor the device's function and make any necessary adjustments to its settings.
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Most searched Hospitals for ICD Combo Device (Only Surgery) in Other Destinations are:
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- Herzliya Medical Center, herzliya
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- Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer
- Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov Medical Center), Tel-Aviv
- Singapore
- Farrer Park Hospital, Connexion
- Mount Elizabeth Hospital, Mount Elizabeth
- Gleneagles Hospital, Napier Road
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- Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital, Novena
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Frequently Asked Questions
A number of determining factors can be used to rank hospitals for your suitable procedure. Some of the major factors for ranking the hospitals for ICD Combo Device (Only Surgery) in South Africa are Popularity for the procedure, Infrastructure, Availability of the Procedure, Experienced doctors, Technology used, Cost, Facilities provided, Success Rate
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Yes, you can avail a video consultation with the specialist before travelling to South Africa. When having a conversation with one of our patient advisors, you can ask them to book your video consultation with the specialist. They will finalize your appointment after confirming the doctor's availability and sending the payment link.
Many people have started traveling to South Africa for ICD Combo Device (Only Surgery) due to the country’s modern healthcare infrastructure and high success rate. Other factors that make South Africa the preferred option for ICD Combo Device (Only Surgery) include:
- Experienced and certified specialists
- Affordable treatment plans
- Transparency and data privacy
- Accredited hospitals
- Latest medical technologies
The length of recovery after treatment is determined by the patient's overall health as well as the criticality of the treatment. Other than that, rehabilitation post-treatment also plays a crucial role in reducing the healing time and aiding in proper recovery. Patients must go back for follow-up appointments after surgery in order to ensure proper healing and speed up the healing process.