Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator Therapy in Adults With Congenital Heart Disease

Abstract

Adults with CHD and ICDs receive high rates of appropriate and effective shocks. Patients with secondary prevention indication, coronary artery disease, and symptomatic NSVT are at highest risk of receiving appropriate ICD shocks. ICD implantation is accompanied by considerable morbidity, including inappropriate shocks and procedure- related complications.