Cardiac implantable electronic devices (pacemakers and defibrillators) are increasingly common in modern cardiology practice, and health professionals from a variety of specialties will encounter patients with such devices on a frequent basis. This article will focus on the subset of patients who may request, or be appropriate for, device deactivation and discuss the issues surrounding end-of-life decisions, along with the ethical and legal implications of device deactivation.
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Alhammad, N. J., O’Donnell, M., O’Donnell, D., Mariani, J. A., Gould, P. A., & McGavigan, A. D. (2016, August 1). Cardiac Implantable Electronic Devices and End-of-Life Care: An Australian Perspective. Heart Lung and Circulation. Elsevier Ltd. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.hlc.2016.05.103
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