Concerns about implantable cardioverter-defibrillator shocks mediate the relationship between actual shocks and psychological distress

Conclusion Implantable cardioverter-defibrillator-related concerns have a bigger impact on psychological distress than receipt of an actual shock. Assessing ICD-related concerns in clinical practice can identify patients at risk for psychological distress. Further research on assessment of, and interventions targeting, ICD-related concerns is warranted.

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Source: Europace - June 12, 2016 Category: Cardiology Authors: Thylen, I., Moser, D. K., Strömberg, A., Dekker, R. A., Chung, M. L. Tags: Sudden death and ICDs Source Type: research