It was reported that the patient in this clinical study received multiple inappropriate shocks within a ten minute duration.The patient was admitted to the hospital for evaluation due to reports of dizziness and chest discomfort.The medical evaluation confirmed the patient had been non compliant with drug medication and was currently electrolyte imbalanced, with a low sodium and notable fluid retention.The patient was later discharged following instruction to restrict sodium intake and post (b)(6) medication.To date, the device remains implanted and in service.
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