Sudden Death and ICD Implantation in Special Situations: Prinzmetal’s Angina
Abstract
The objective of this study was to report the case of a patient with Prinzmetal’s angina who experienced cardiac arrest due to ventricular fibrillation. The patient was successfully resuscitated, and underwent implantation of an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) for secondary prevention. Data were collected through a review of medical records, analysis of diagnostic tests, and a literature review. This case highlights the importance of risk stratification and ICD implantation in patients with Prinzmetal’s angina and life-threatening arrhythmic events, ensuring appropriate management and reducing the risk of recurrence.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Cardiac pacing and defibrillation studies
Cardiac Imaging and Diagnostics
Cardiac electrophysiology and arrhythmias
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Journal of Cardiac Arrhythmias
- Publisher
- Revista Latino-Americana de Marcapasso e Arritmia
- Volume
- 39
- Publication date
- 22 January 2026