Question

A 58-year-old with decompensated HF (EF 20%) and HR 82/min on optimal GDMT asks about device therapy. Which statement is correct?

Accepted Answer

Primary prevention ICD is considered after ≥3 months of GDMT if EF ≤35%

Answer

SGLT2 inhibitor obviates need for ICD

Answer

CRT is indicated for QRS <120 ms

Answer

ICD should be implanted at discharge regardless of EF

Answer

Ivabradine replaces CRT

Practice question

A 58-year-old with decompensated HF (EF 20%) and HR 82/min on optimal GDMT asks about device therapy. Which statement is correct?