My child needs or has an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator: what should I do?
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The identification of a heart problem in a child can create fear and uncertainty for parents. This patient page will address some common questions from parents of school-age children who require therapy with an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD). It is intended to be a parental resource to promote understanding and confidence in children and young adults to live successfully with an ICD.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Circulation
دوره 126 16 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2012