Key result
Programmed ventricular synchronized defibrillation using an existing ICD successfully restored sinus rhythm in a patient with persistent atrial fibrillation.
Why the study?
Does programmed ventricular synchronized defibrillation using an ICD successfully cardiovert persistent atrial fibrillation in a patient with severe ischemic cardiomyopathy?
Case Report (n=1)
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Does programmed ventricular synchronized defibrillation using an ICD successfully cardiovert persistent atrial fibrillation in a patient with severe ischemic cardiomyopathy?
Programmed internal cardioversion using a ventricular defibrillator may be an effective and safe option for persistent atrial fibrillation in patients with an ICD lacking atrial defibrillation capabilities.
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May warrant consideration for AF cardioversion in ICD patients without atrial leads; hypothesis-generating and requires prospective validation.
Korantzopoulos et al. (2008) conducted a case report in Persistent atrial fibrillation (n=1). Programmed ventricular synchronized defibrillation via ICD was evaluated on Restoration of sinus rhythm. Programmed ventricular synchronized defibrillation using an existing ICD successfully restored sinus rhythm in a patient with persistent atrial fibrillation.
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