Sudden Death and ICD Implantation in Special Situations: Prinzmetal’s Angina

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Authors: Gabrielle Lahoud Chati, Fernando Mello Porto, DANIEL FIORAVANTI GIMENEZ, Guilherme Viana Barbosa, Adão Bento de Lucena Neto, Halim Cury Filho, José Marco de Nogueira Lima
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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