ICD implantation and subsequent shocks are associated with significant psychological distress, including high rates of depression, anxiety, and PTSD, highlighting the need for psychological support for patients and their partners.
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Supports routine psychological screening in ICD care; leaves optimal interventions for shocks, type D personality, and partners open to prospective trials.
Shiga et al. (2013) studied this question.
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