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September 02, 2019

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Periodic repolarization dynamics may identify ICD candidates

PARIS — Use of periodic repolarization dynamics, a marker for repolarization instability associated with sympathetic activity, appeared to identify patients whose mortality risk would be reduced with an implantable cardioverter defibrillator, according to new data from the EU-CERT-ICD study.

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Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Topic Review

An automated external defibrillator (AED) is a device widely available in public which acts to defibrillate (cardiovert) a patient out of serious heart rhythm disorders, frequently ventricular tachycardia or ventricular fibrillation.

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Automated Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (AICD) Topic Review

An automated implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD or AICD) is a permanent device in which a lead (wire) inserts into the right ventricle and monitors the heart rhythm.