Potential role of remote monitoring for scheduled and unscheduled evaluations of patients with an implantable defibrillator†

摘要

Aims Follow-up of implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) patients, with regular in-office visits every 3–6 months, puts a significant burden on specialized electrophysiology clinics. New technology allows for remote monitoring of device function. We wanted to investigate its potential reliability and to which extent its use can reduce in-office visits.