Initial experience of subcutaneous implantable cardioverter defibrillators in Singapore: a case series and review of the literature
Singapore medical journal
; : 580-585, 2015.
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in En
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ABSTRACT
Transvenous implantable cardioverter defibrillators are a type of implantable cardiac device. They are effective at reducing total and arrhythmic mortality in patients at risk of sudden cardiac death. Subcutaneous implantable cardioverter defibrillators (S-ICDs) are a new alternative that avoids the disadvantages of transvenous lead placement. In this case series, we report on the initial feasibility and safety of S-ICD implantation in Singapore.
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Main subject:
Singapore
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Ventricular Fibrillation
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Follow-Up Studies
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Death, Sudden, Cardiac
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Tachycardia, Ventricular
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Defibrillators, Implantable
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Prosthesis Implantation
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Electrophysiology
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Patient Safety
Type of study:
Observational_studies
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Prognostic_studies
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Risk_factors_studies
Limits:
Adult
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Humans
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Male
Country/Region as subject:
Asia
Language:
En
Journal:
Singapore medical journal
Year:
2015
Type:
Article