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Outcomes of two versus three incision techniques: Results from the subcutaneous ICD post‐approval study

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Traditionally, implantation of the subcutaneous implantable cardioverter defibrillator (S‐ICD) requires incisions near the lateral chest wall, the xyphoid, and the superior sternal region (three‐incision technique [3IT]). A two‐incision technique (2IT)… Click to show full abstract

Traditionally, implantation of the subcutaneous implantable cardioverter defibrillator (S‐ICD) requires incisions near the lateral chest wall, the xyphoid, and the superior sternal region (three‐incision technique [3IT]). A two‐incision technique (2IT) avoids the superior incision and has been shown to be a viable alternative in small studies with limited follow‐up.

Keywords: three incision; incision techniques; incision; outcomes two; versus three; two versus

Journal Title: Journal of Cardiovascular Electrophysiology
Year Published: 2021

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