Christopher A. Rinaldi, JS Gill
Abstract
The implantable cardioverter defibrillator is the optimal treatment for both primary and secondary prevention in patients with previous aborted sudden death and with life-threatening cardiac arrhythmias. This article will review the indications and the evidence supporting implantable cardioverter defibrillator use.
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The implantable cardioverter defibrillator is the optimal treatment for both primary and secondary prevention in patients with previous aborted sudden death and with life-threatening cardiac arrhythmias. This article will review the indications and the evidence supporting implantable cardioverter defibrillator use.
Key concepts: Medicine, Implantable cardioverter-defibrillator, Sudden cardiac death, Primary prevention, Secondary prevention, Cardiology, Internal medicine, Intensive care medicine