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CCM-D Delivers Safe, Effective Integrated Therapy in HFrEF

The Integra-D trial shows the device, which provides cardiac contractility modulation and defibrillation, also eases symptoms

Prophylactic Pacemakers After TAVI Provide Little Benefit: PROMOTE

Implanting pacemakers in those who meet criteria for prophylactic use appears to be overtreating some patients.

Major Safety Alert for Defibrillation Leads After Injuries, Deaths

Calcified coils can affect shock efficacy and may require early lead replacement

HRS Alert: Reduced Shock Efficacy With Some Boston Scientific Defibrillation Leads

When considering lead replacement, physicians should weigh the risks and benefits of extraction versus abandonment.

Crash Risk After Heart Device Implant Still Hard to Predict

Crash prediction models may have limited ability to predict motor vehicle crashes after the implantation of a cardioverter-defibrillator.