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Published on: April 19, 2019
Exercise and Sports Participation in Patients with Cardiac Implantable Electronic Devices
Remzi Karaoğuz1, Mustafa Şahingeri1
1Department of Cardiology, Losante Children and Adult Hospital, Ankara, Türkiye.
Summary
Patients with cardiac implantable electronic devices (CIEDs) benefit from exercise programs to improve health outcomes and device function. Engaging in low- to moderate-intensity sports is generally safe and recommended for most individuals with CIEDs.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Electrophysiology
- Sports Medicine
Background:
- Cardiac implantable electronic devices (CIEDs), including pacemakers, implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICDs), and cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) devices, are crucial for managing arrhythmias and heart failure.
- Increasing numbers of patients with cardiovascular disease (CVD) receive CIEDs, and low physical activity levels are linked to higher mortality risks in this population.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the benefits of exercise programs for patients with CIEDs, including improved prognosis, psychological adaptation, device evaluation, and reduced inappropriate shocks.
- To review current guidelines and recommendations regarding physical activity and sports participation for individuals with CIEDs.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing studies on exercise training in CIED patients.
- Analysis of clinical evaluations, personalized exercise plans, device programming, and follow-up strategies.
- Examination of guidelines concerning sports participation for individuals with CIEDs.
Main Results:
- Exercise training improves physical performance in CIED patients without increasing adverse event risks.
- Comprehensive evaluation, tailored exercise plans, and appropriate device management are key for safe physical activity.
- Low- to moderate-intensity leisure sports are generally safe and beneficial for most CIED recipients.
Conclusions:
- Exercise programs are recommended for CIED patients to enhance prognosis and well-being.
- Individualized recommendations for physical activity and sports participation are essential, considering patient-specific factors and device type.
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