Sex differences in CRT device implantation rates, efficacy, and complications following implantation: protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis of cohort studies

Abstract Introduction There is abundant evidence for sex differences in the diagnosis, implantation, and outcomes for cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) devices. Controversial data suggesting women are less likely to receive the device regardless of the greater benefit. The aim of this review i...

Full description

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Omar Dewidar, David Birnie, Irina Podinic, Vivian Welch, George A. Wells
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-07-01
Series:Systematic Reviews
Subjects:
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13643-021-01746-x