Stereotactic body radiotherapy for ventricular tachycardia (cardiac radiosurgery)
ConclusionCRS/RA appears to be a possible treatment option for otherwise untreatable patients suffering from refractory VT and electrical storm. A relevant reduction in VT incidence and ICD interventions was observed, although long-term outcome and consequences of CRS/RA remain unclear. Clinical trials are strongly warranted and have been initiated.
Source: Strahlentherapie und Onkologie - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
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