Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy– How to Increase Responders

Authors

  • Stylianos Tzeis Henry Dunant Hospital, Athens

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.2015/hc.v9i3.613

Keywords:

cardiac resynchronization therapy, responders

Abstract

Cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) has been established as a valuable treatment option in certain subgroups of chronic heart failure patients. However, a consistent percentage of CRT recipients, about one third, are considered non-responders. Accumulating data support that targeted patient selection, proper left ventricular lead implantation and optimal device programming may enhance patient response to CRT. The present review addresses these issues from a practical perspective.

Author Biography

Stylianos Tzeis, Henry Dunant Hospital, Athens

Specialty: Cardiology

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Published

2014-06-14

Issue

Vol. 9 No. 3 (2014)

Section

REVIEWS

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