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- Title
Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy: History, Present Status, and Future Directions.
- Authors
Jaffe, Leeor M.; Morin, Daniel P.
- Abstract
Background: Cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) is one of the most exciting recent advancements in heart failure (HF) treatment. Methods: This review surveys the available literature regarding the effectiveness of CRT in treating patients with HF. Results: By targeting ventricular dyssynchrony, CRT attempts to give the failing heart a mechanical advantage that can substantially improve both symptoms and mortality. Conclusion: CRT results in short-term and long-term improvement in cardiac structure and function, often leading to enhanced quality of life and, for some patients, enhanced survival.
- Subjects
CARDIAC pacing; HEART failure treatment; CARDIAC surgery; PATIENT-ventilator dyssynchrony; MORTALITY; QUALITY of life
- Publication
Ochsner Journal, 2014, Vol 14, Issue 4, p596
- ISSN
1524-5012
- Publication type
Article