Implantable electrical devices for dysrhythmia: what every emergency physician must know
Morales Torres, Y.; Falcon Chevere, J.L.
Boletin de la Asociacion Medica de Puerto Rico 96(3): 161-168
2004
ISSN/ISBN: 0004-4849 PMID: 15803971 Document Number: 9145
The use of implantable electrical technology as treatment alternatives for patients with dysrhythmia is complex and rapidly expanding. It is anticipated that further improvement in ICD technology will take place and the list of indications will grow. Having a basic understanding of the normal function of ICDs and pacemakers and the ability to recognize related complications, emergency physicians can treat these challenging patients appropriately.
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