The learning curve associated with the introduction of the subcutaneous implantable defibrillator

Conclusion
There is a short and significant learning curve associated with physicians adopting the S-ICD. Performance stabilizes after 13 implants.

Source: Europace - June 28, 2016 Category: Cardiology Authors: Knops, R. E., Brouwer, T. F., Barr, C. S., Theuns, D. A., Boersma, L., Weiss, R., Neuzil, P., Scholten, M., Lambiase, P. D., Leon, A. R., Hood, M., Jones, P. W., Wold, N., Grace, A. A., Olde Nordkamp, L. R. A., Burke, M. C., on behalf of the IDE and EFFOR Tags: Sudden death and ICDs Source Type: research