Pooled Analysis of Complications with Transvenous ICD Compared to Subcutaneous ICD in Patients with Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Arrhythmia

Abstract

Subcutaneous ICDs (S-ICD) show a certain advantage over T-ICDs regarding lead-related complications. Nevertheless, they still show problems with inappropriate shocks and other ICD related complications. Therefore, a case-by-case decision is advised, but the continuous improvement of S-ICD might make it an overall advantageous therapy option in the future.