The impact of changes in LVEF and renal function on the prognosis of ICD patients after elective device replacement.

Bert VandenberkTomas RobynsChristophe GarwegVincent FloréStefaan FoulonGabor VorosJoris EctorRik Willems

Published in: Pacing and clinical electrophysiology : PACE (2017)

Although reassessment of LVEF and renal function at replacement can be helpful in predicting total mortality, the clinical utility to guide reimplantation seemed limited. Our experience indicates that approximately 25% of patients received their first AT only after replacement.

Keyphrases

end stage renal disease
ejection fraction
newly diagnosed
chronic kidney disease
peritoneal dialysis
prognostic factors
type diabetes
patient reported outcomes