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Expert Opinion / Interview · September 12, 2013

ICDs and End-of-Life Care

Lynne Stevenson MD

 

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  6. Lampert R, Hayes DL, Annas GJ, et al. HRS Expert Consensus Statement on the Management of Cardiovascular Implantable Electronic Devices (CIEDs) in patients nearing end of life or requesting withdrawal of therapy. Heart Rhythm. 2010;7(7):1008-1026.

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