…repolarization and provoke ventricular tachycardia or ventricular fibrillation. The likelihood of clinically significant EMI is generally low, particularly with bipolar electrocautery performed away from the…

ECG Indications for pacemaker implantation Bradyarrhythmia is the main indication for the implantation of a pacemaker. When considering a permanent pacemaker for bradyarrhythmia, it is…

…those with a history of cardiac arrest, recurrent syncope despite beta blocker therapy, or markedly prolonged QT intervals—the implantation of an implantable cardioverter defibrillator …

…a small and highly selected sub group of patients can reasonable predictions be made (which guides decisions regarding the implantation of ICDs [implantable cardioverter defibrillator])…

…is distal embolization of atheromatous and thrombotic material. Plaque or thrombus may be dislodged by: Balloon inflation Atherectomy Stent implantation Manipulation of friable SVG lesions…

…after ACS and coronary stent implantation. ACS is associated with a high risk of platelet driven atherothrombosis, while interruption of antiplatelet therapy after recent stenting…

…those with a history of cardiac arrest, recurrent syncope despite beta blocker therapy, or markedly prolonged QT intervals—the implantation of an implantable cardioverter defibrillator …

…the implantation of a defibrillator or a CRT D is indicated to prevent SCD [15]. Disease Progression : There is a notable rate of progression for…

…to stent implantation should always be specified. Coronary arterial thrombi are predominantly platelet rich because they form under high shear conditions. Disruption of an atherosclerotic…

…PCI and stent implantation produce local vascular injury and initiate a sustained inflammatory and reparative response. Proliferation and accumulation of tissue within the stent progressively…

…The HCM Risk SCD score aims to identify individuals with a high risk of SCD and determine whether an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) is warranted…

…implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) are highly effective, terminating well over 99% of the ventricular arrhythmias they detect. It lies instead in patient selection. Because implantation…

…of antiplatelet therapy, particularly in the perioperative period, may increase risk. The risk is greatest relatively soon after implantation and declines over time. Evolution of…