Why the study?
Do cosmetic approaches to ICD implantation improve body image and psychological outcomes in female patients compared to traditional implantation?
Population
Female patients receiving implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs)
Comparison
Cosmetic approaches to device placement /… vs Traditional ICD implantation
Design
Review
Authors
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Highlights potential psychological benefits of cosmetic ICD approaches in women; leaves open need for rigorous trials before practice adoption.
Do cosmetic approaches to ICD implantation improve body image and psychological outcomes in female patients compared to traditional implantation?
Providers should consider cosmetic ICD implant techniques and engage in active preoperative discussions with female patients to mitigate negative psychological effects on body image.
Sowell et al. (2006) studied this question.
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