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Pacemakers and defibrillators

Articles and links about cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators.
Pacemakers - What You Should Know
The essential information on pacemakers.
Pacemaker Therapy for Heart Failure
Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy (CRT) is a novel therapy for patients with heart failure.
The VP has an Implantable Defibrillator - Should You?
Implantable defibrillators are important for preventing sudden death in many patients.
Preventing Sudden Death After a Heart Attack
Sudden death after a heart attack is all too common, but it can be prevented if doctors act appropriately.

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