Abstract:Substantial advances in the medical treatment of HFrEF have improved survival and cardiac function in these patients. However despite the use of optimal medical therapy (OMT) and the use of recommended devices in those in whom they are indicated, persistent symptoms limit activity and adversely affect lifestyle in a substantial number of patients. For these patients newer devices other than ICD and CRT may offer an improvement in symptoms and/or survival. This paper reviews the evidence for the use of CCM and … Show more
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