Key result
Implantable cardioverter-defibrillators provide life-saving therapy for ventricular arrhythmias, but require prompt recognition and management of device-related emergencies by clinicians.
Population
Patients with implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICDs) experiencing emergencies
Design
Review
Authors
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ICDs offer versatile arrhythmia therapies in critical care; Level 5 evidence leaves open optimal selection and outcomes.
This review provides guidance on managing ICD-related emergencies, including the use of magnets to disable therapies, safety during electrosurgery, and handling multiple shocks.
Sergio L. Pinski (2000) conducted a review in Life-threatening ventricular arrhythmias and ICD-related emergencies. Implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICDs) was evaluated. Implantable cardioverter-defibrillators provide life-saving therapy for ventricular arrhythmias, but require prompt recognition and management of device-related emergencies by clinicians.
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