Preventing Sudden Cardiac Death in Heart Failure-HFrEF and Dialysis (Presenter: Jonathan Chrispin, MD)

HFrEF and Dialysis (Presenter: Jonathan Chrispin, MD)

Video Transcription

Video Summary

The video transcript discusses the prevention of sudden cardiac death in dialysis patients. It highlights the poor long-term survival of dialysis patients, with cardiovascular disease accounting for 50% of all deaths. Sudden cardiac death is the most common cause of death, and the risk is significantly higher in dialysis patients compared to the general population. The transcript mentions that bradycardia and asystole are the most common rhythms observed at the time of sudden cardiac death in dialysis patients. The use of beta blockers and ACE inhibitors in reducing sudden cardiac risk was found to be ineffective. Studies also suggest that ICD therapy may not be effective in this patient population. Future research is needed to better understand the mechanisms of sudden cardiac death in dialysis patients and identify potential triggers and treatment strategies.

Meta Tag

Lecture ID 16062

Location Room 152

Presenter Jonathan Chrispin, MD

Role Invited Speaker

Session Date and Time May 09, 2019 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Session Number S-046

Keywords

sudden cardiac death

dialysis patients

cardiovascular disease

bradycardia

asystole