A case of gingival cancer with pulmonary metastases that developed complete atrioventricular block and ventricular fibrillation as a result of myocardial metastases
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We present a rare case of gingival cancer with pulmonary metastases that developed life-threatening complete atrioventricular block and ventricular fibrillation as a result of myocardial metastases. This case suggests that implantable cardioverter defibrillators significantly improve the quality of life in these patients and maintain their performance status.
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دوره 4 شماره
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تاریخ انتشار 2016