Identifying and Addressing Gaps in the Use of Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy

Cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) reduces the risk of mortality and heart failure events in select patients with left ventricular systolic dysfunction.1 –4 Prior studies have suggested underuse of CRT among eligible patients.5 Within a large regional health care system, we sought to identify and address potential underuse of CRT.

Source: Journal of Cardiac Failure - February 25, 2020 Category: Cardiology Authors: Steven M. Bradley, Ambareesh Bagpai, Chelsey Thomas, Shaina Witt, Pam Rush, Craig E. Strauss, Peter M. Eckman Tags: Research Letter Source Type: research