What is a Pacemaker?
Pacemakers are implanted devices that stabilize abnormal heart rhythms, preventing life-threatening issues. They use electrical impulses to correct irregular heartbeats and prevent complications. Pacemakers consist of a pulse generator, leads, and an electrode, regulated by a computer and battery to signal the heart when necessary.
Pacemaker Indications
Some of the pacemaker indications include bradycardia, sinus node dysfunction, atrioventricular block, cardiomyopathy, congestive heart failure, sinus sick syndrome, and more.
Pacemaker Surgery benefit cardiac patients and older adults, lasting 7 to 10 years. They offer improved heart function, breathing, and reduced fatigue by eliminating bradycardia.
An interventional cardiologist typically performs Pacemaker Surgery, which is a minimally invasive procedure performed as an outpatient or as an inpatient procedure based on the patient’s condition.
Pacemaker Types
Types of pacemakers include:
- Uni or single chamber pacemaker: Sends electrical signals to the lower right heart chamber.
- Dual chamber pacemaker: Sends signals to upper and lower right heart chambers.
- Biventricular pacemaker: For heart failure patients with slow heartbeat. Stimulates both lower heart chambers, strengthening heart muscle.
| Procedure Name | Pacemaker |
|---|---|
| Type of Surgery | Minimally invasive |
| Type of Anesthesia | Local or general anesthesia |
| Procedure Duration | 30-60 minutes |
| Recovery Duration | Few days to few weeks |
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