Key result
Among patients with an active ICD for chronic heart failure, 84% wanted to be involved in the deactivation decision, and 40% felt this discussion should occur prior to implantation.
Why the study?
What are the attitudes and preferences of patients with ICDs for chronic heart failure regarding device deactivation and end-of-life discussions?
Population
54 patients with an active implantable cardioverter-defibrillator for chronic heart failure, including a…
Design
Cross-sectional
Authors
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End-of-life ICD deactivation talks need individualization in HF care; leaves open optimal pre-implant counseling protocols.
Cross-Sectional (n=54)
What are the attitudes and preferences of patients with ICDs for chronic heart failure regarding device deactivation and end-of-life discussions?
Most patients with ICDs are unaware of deactivation options but strongly desire to be involved in these decisions, highlighting a need for earlier and more comprehensive communication.
Raphael et al. (2011) conducted a cross-sectional in Chronic heart failure with an active ICD (n=54). Active implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) was evaluated on Attitude toward device deactivation and end-of-life discussions. Among patients with an active ICD for chronic heart failure, 84% wanted to be involved in the deactivation decision, and 40% felt this discussion should occur prior to implantation.
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