Pacemakers
Research from University of Pittsburgh broadens understanding of pacemakers
Published in Medical Devices and Surgical Technology Week, April 29th, 2007
New research, "Temporary epicardial pacing after cardiac surgery: a practical review. Part 2: Selection of epicardial pacing modes and troubleshooting," is the subject of a report. "The first part of this two-part review discussed the indications for various types of epicardial pacing systems and an overview of the routine care of a pacemaker-dependent patient. Dual chamber temporary pulse generators now feature many of the refinements developed initially for use in permanent pacemakers," researchers in the United States report.
"Few of these are utilised in the immediate postoperative period, often solely due to lack of familiarity with all but basic functions. The...
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