Key result
Implantable cardioverter defibrillator leads have a high risk of long-term malfunction, with reported incidence rates reaching 40% after 8 years, primarily due to insulation defects.
Population
Patients with implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs)
Design
Editorial
Authors
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Long-term reliability of ICD leads remains a critical vulnerability, with malfunction rates reaching 40% at 8 years, underscoring the value of wireless home monitoring for early detection.
Long-term reliability of ICD leads remains a critical vulnerability, with malfunction rates reaching 40% at 8 years, underscoring the value of wireless home monitoring for early detection.
Corrado et al. (2009) conducted an editorial in Implantable cardioverter defibrillators. Implantable cardioverter defibrillator leads was evaluated. Implantable cardioverter defibrillator leads have a high risk of long-term malfunction, with reported incidence rates reaching 40% after 8 years, primarily due to insulation defects.
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