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Indication for implantable cardioverter–defibrillator implantation and underlying heart disease in the 40 recipients of Sprint Fidelis leads
| Study group (n = 40) | |
|---|---|
| Indications for ICD implantation | |
| Primary prevention | 26 (65%) |
| Secondary prevention | 14 (35%) |
| Underlying heart disease | |
| Ischaemic heart disease | 32 (80%) |
| Dilated non-ischaemic cardiomyopathy | 3 (7.5%) |
| Genetic disorders | 2 (5%) |
| Others | 3 (7.5%) |
Values are number and (%) of patients.
