The Role of Subcutaneous ICDs in the Prevention of Sudden Cardiac Death

The ICD is an important therapy in the prevention of sudden cardiac death. The transvenous-ICD (TV-ICD) has been the primary device used for this purpose. However, mechanical and infectious complications occur with traditional TV-ICDs increasing morbidity and mortality. The subcutaneous-ICD (S-ICD)...

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Main Authors: Leah A John, Ahmadreza Karimianpour, Michael R Gold
Format: article
Language:EN
Published: Radcliffe Medical Media 2021
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Online Access:https://doaj.org/article/162a5c2ad56c4ea2a5996dda4b1a0579
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