Table 2.
Various treatment modalities and antiarrhythmic drugs used in the acute treatment of ES.
| Modality | N (%) | Drugs used | N (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Antiarrhythmic drugs | 41 (100%) | Beta Blockers | 39 (95.12%) |
| Deep Sedation | 36 (87.8%) | Parenteral Amiodarone | 35 (85.36%) |
| Ventilation | 10 (24.39%) | Lignocaine | 10 (24.39%) |
| ICD programming | 9 (21.95%) | Mexiletine | 5 (12.2%) |
| Neuraxial modulation | 9 (21.95%) | Sotalol | 2 (4.87%) |
| RFA | 1 (2.4%) | Verapamil | 1 (2.4%) |
ICD-Implantable cardioverter Defibrillator, RFA-Radiofrequency ablation.