Additional screening tests and ICDs required in one month to implement NICE guidelines
EPS, electrophysiological study; ICD, implantable cardioverter-defibrillator; MI, myocardial infarction; NICE, National Institute for Clinical Excellence. | ||
Total number of patient contacts screened | 1637 | |
Additional screening tests required to identify ICD indications in one month | ||
Echo | 30.4 | |
Holter | 74.5 | |
EPS | 18.8 | |
Additional ICDs required in one month to implement NICE guidance | ||
Post-MI primary prevention | 6.5 | |
Post-MI secondary prevention | 13.5 | |
Primary arrhythmic condition | 1 | |
Total | 21 |