A novel way an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator prevents death: protection from a gunshot.

Heart Rhythm

Departments of Cardiac Electrophysiology, Cardiology, and Cardiothoracic Surgery, Bayfront Medical Center, Saint Petersburg, Florida 33705, USA.

Published: September 2009

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