Background: Effects of direct radiation on implantable cardiac devices have been well studied. However, the effects of scatter radiation are not as clear. Recommendations on management of patients ...

A new and effective computer software program helps track implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) function sooner, according to a recent research. A new and effective computer software program ...

Figure 1: The γ-secretase complex and its role in the intramembrane proteolysis of Notch and amyloid precursor protein. In this article, we survey the literature that describes the γ-secretase ...

Pacing Clin Electrophysiol. 2008;31(6):727-732. Based on the available data, while we cannot recommend complete avoidance of radiotherapy in patients with ICDs and CRTs, we would urge caution. Care ...