Why the study?
Is there a discrepancy between the use of implantable loop recorders in clinical practice and guideline indications in patients with unexplained syncope?
Population
159 patients with unexplained syncope from the Syncope Unit Project (SUP) study
Comparison
Implantable loop recorder implantation in… vs Potential indications based on guideline standards
Design
Cohort
Authors
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Low ILR use despite indications in unexplained syncope was associated with fewer diagnoses; leaves open whether broader adoption improves outcomes.
Is there a discrepancy between the use of implantable loop recorders in clinical practice and guideline indications in patients with unexplained syncope?
Implantable loop recorders are significantly underutilized in clinical practice compared to guideline indications for patients with unexplained syncope, despite offering a higher diagnostic yield.
Vitale et al. (2010) studied this question.
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