Battery low time for new CRT-D

• by LPCMark
• 2013-01-02 04:01:46
• Batteries & Leads
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Happy new Year All. Well we made it past the Myan calendar thing so I gues I should get my CRT-D replaced afterall. :-)

I'm scheduled for generator / device replacement next Tuesday 8-Jan. Had the consultation meeting with the Dr's assistant (LPN) and was told they prefer to use SJM or Medtronic.

When I asked why not Boston anymore was told it's no longer their preference due to proprietary system stuff, contract items, bla bla bla..... was told I would probably get a Medtronics device. I'm thinking it comes down to money.

Now here I sit wondering if I should push for the current Boston model or just go with the Medtronics as they recommend?. Considering It is a CRT-D type looking at Medtronics vs. Boston Scientific I can't really see a difference function wise.

Also, I spoke with the Boston rep and they said I could expect 6~8 year with their CRT-D depending on use. I'm assuming Medtronics is about the same.

Any and All thoughts appreciated.

Also, anyone got a price range on these things just curious.