It was reported that this audible tones were noted from this implantable cardioverter defibrillator (icd) due to the device reaching end of life (eol).This device also recorded a code 1003 indicative of battery voltage too low for the projected remaining capacity, and data analysis showed the battery appeared to be depleting more quickly than expected.Device replacement was recommended, however the patient will not have the device replaced.The device was turned off in order to cease the tones.No adverse patient effects were reported.
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