Implantable Cardioverter - Defibrillators Step by Step

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The implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) has undergonespectacular progress and has revolutionized the treatment ofpatients at risk of sudden cardiac death. In addition many heartfailure patients now receive cardiac resynchronization therapy(CRT) in conjunction with an ICD. Although the number of ICD implantations is growing rapidly, theunderlying technology and ICD function remain difficult tounderstand. Implantable Cardioverter-DefibrillatorsStep-by-Step takes the reader through the important aspects ofICD therapy step-by-step, using easily understandable full-pageillustrations, accompanied by explanatory text and representativeICD tracings. With the addition of an accompanying website, including allfigures presented in the book and offering unlimited access tousers, this book presents a unique value as a teaching aid, and isthe perfect partner to Cardiac Pacing Step-by-Step published by thesame authors. This brand new book is an ideal reference for health careworkers involved with ICD patients.

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Roland X. Stroobandt

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"Overall, this is a good introductory book to ICD implantation and the relevant science behind its use." (Doody's Reviews, June 2009)
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