Decreased inappropriate shocks with new generation ICDs in children and patients with congenital heart disease

ConclusionsPediatric and CHD patients are experiencing reduced inappropriate shocks with new generation ICD systems, though reduced lead fracture may account for this improvement. Clinical interventions after inappropriate shock favorably impact the subsequent rate of shocks once an inappropriate shock occurs.

Source: Congenital Heart Disease - December 1, 2017 Category: Cardiology Authors: Stephanie A. Goldstein, Martin J. LaPage, Brynn E. Dechert, Gerald A. Serwer, Sunkyung Yu, Ray E. Lowery, David J. Bradley Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research