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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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Radcliffe Medical Media
2021-10-01
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| Series: | US Cardiology Review |
| Online Access: | https://www.uscjournal.com/articleindex/usc.2021.01 |