| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2972990 | The Journal of Heart and Lung Transplantation | 2007 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
The overall incidence of sudden death in children awaiting heart transplantation is low; therefore, uniform implantation of ICDs for the primary prevention of sudden death is unlikely to improve survival in this population. Children with ischemic cardiomyopathy appear to have a higher risk of sudden death and may benefit from ICD therapy.
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Authors
Edward K. MD, FACC, Charles E. MD, FACC, Susan RN, Steven A. MBChB, David C. PhD,