Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2851928 | American Heart Journal | 2006 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
Median survival in octogenarian ICD recipients is greater than 4 years. In addition to baseline EF, eGFR is a strong predictor of mortality in elderly ICD candidates. These easily identifiable clinical variables may assist clinical decision making and help to provide appropriate post-ICD implant survival expectations in this elderly patient group.
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Authors
Bruce A. MD, MPH, Laurence M. MD, Christine M. MD, William G. MD,