Microvolt T-wave alternans as a predictor of mortality and severe arrhythmias in patients with left-ventricular dysfunction: a systematic review and meta-analysis

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Studies have demonstrated that the use of implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) is effective for the primary prevention of arrhythmic events but due to imposing costs, there remains a need to identify which patients will der...

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Main Authors: Filion Kristian B, van der Avoort Charlotte J, Dendukuri Nandini, Brophy James M
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2009-01-01
Series:BMC Cardiovascular Disorders
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2261/9/5