Two types of implantable cardioverter defibrillators can reduce the risk of sudden cardiac death with HCM. Pacemakers and implantable loop recorders also may be options.

Mercy Fort Smith physicians implanted a newly approved defibrillator with few long-term complications.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said on Wednesday it is monitoring a potential safety issue involving Boston Scientific Corporation’s (NYSE:BSX) ENDOTAK RELIANCE defibrillation leads, following ...