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Pacemaker
Implantation |
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Description |
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Sometimes the cause
for recurrent dizziness or fainting is an erratic, slow
heart rhythm that requires implantation of a permanent
pacemaker. A small incision is made just below the collar bone and small wires (electrodes) are advanced to the heart under x-ray guidance. These wires are then hooked
up to a small, battery-powered pulse generator under the
skin and pace the heart if needed. |
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Length |
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This procedure will
take approximately 2 hours to complete. Most patients
will be observed overnight in the hospital. |
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Preparation |
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Do not eat or drink
for 12 hours prior to the procedure.
Please discuss with
your physician which medications you should take on the
day of the
test.
If you are on warfarin (blood thinner), special preparation is needed.
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