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Pacemakers and implantable defibrillators are increasingly used in young patients for conditions like dilated myopathy, though lead dysfunction remains a common complication.
Pacemakers and ICDs are increasingly important in pediatric cardiology, though expanded multicenter studies are needed to develop more objective guidelines.
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Lead dysfunction warrants caution with rising pediatric device use; multicenter studies needed to guide guidelines.
Walsh et al. (2004) conducted a review in Children and young adults requiring pacemakers or implantable defibrillators. Pacemaker and implantable defibrillator therapy was evaluated. Pacemakers and implantable defibrillators are increasingly used in young patients for conditions like dilated myopathy, though lead dysfunction remains a common complication.
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