Vol. 35 (Suppl 1) 2014 Neuro endocrinology letters

Factors influencing psychological status and quality of life in patients with implantable cardioverter-defibrillators.

: Various mental and social problems can negatively impact the quality of life and overall health in patients with implantable cardiac defibrillators (ICD). In this report, we review and summarize the main studies and research related to this topic. Depression, anxiety, panic attacks, stress and post-traumatic stress are the most common.....