Implantable cardioverter defibrillator implant-explant-implant case study: Addressing the psychological adjustment to multiple shocks

Adrienne H. Kovacs; Suzanne Feigofsky; J. Sean Goff; Arwa S. Saidi; Anne B. Curtis; Jamie B. Conti; Samuel F. Sears

doi:10.1002/clc.4960290610

Implantable cardioverter defibrillator implant-explant-implant case study: Addressing the psychological adjustment to multiple shocks

Adrienne H. Kovacs, Suzanne Feigofsky, J. Sean Goff, Arwa S. Saidi, Anne B. Curtis, Jamie B. Conti, Samuel F. Sears

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Abstract

This case study details the multidisciplinary approach to a patient who underwent implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) explantation for psychological reasons. The patient was unable to manage the stress associated with multiple shocks. He had a class I indication-for an ICD but initially refused to undergo reimplantation. Treatment included the provision of comprehensive medical, nursing, and psychological care, with emphasis on patient autonomy and respect for the patient's experience.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	274-276
Number of pages	3
Journal	Clinical Cardiology
Volume	29
Issue number	6
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1002/clc.4960290610
State	Published - Jun 2006
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

Case study
Explantation
Implantable cardioverter defibrillator
Psychological
Shock anxiety
Therapy

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Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine

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