Performance of the entirely subcutaneous ICD in borderline indications.

The use of the S-ICD™ was safe in patients with borderline or unclear indication for ICD implantation in our study. Of note, during a relatively short mean follow-up there were several appropriate therapies, especially for VF in these patients. On the other hand, oversensing also occurred in about 10% of patients, while lead problems were not problematic in this collective. S-ICD™ implantation may be considered as a possible alternative in cases of borderline indications and clinical uncertainty when decision pro-ICD implantation is made. Incidence of arrhythmias was quite high and mostly consisted of VF. Nevertheless, patient education seems even more important as there is a considerable risk for inappropriate therapies as well.