Pacemaker implantation is a crucial medical procedure designed to regulate irregular heart rhythms. From bradycardia to heart block, pacemakers address diverse complications, ensuring optimal cardiac function and enhancing patients' quality of life. In this comprehensive guide, we delve into its significance, procedure, recovery, and potential complications.
If you're considering a pacemaker implantation, reach out to us, or book a direct appointment with our cardiologist. At the BM Birla Heart Research Centre in Kolkata, we are dedicated to ensuring that your pacemaker implantation is as safe, comfortable, and effective as possible. We're here to guide you every step of the way towards a successful recovery.
Delaying or improperly executing pacemaker implantation poses significant health risks, like:
Timely and proper pacemaker implantation is crucial for managing cardiac conditions and preventing complications. Collaboration with healthcare providers ensures prompt evaluation and intervention.
Depending on the heart problem, healthcare providers may recommend various types of pacemakers, each tailored to specific needs, such as:
Additionally, healthcare providers might recommend an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) for conditions like ventricular tachycardia and ventricular fibrillation, although it differs from a pacemaker.
The cost of pacemaker implantation varies as per the specific type of pacemaker advised by a healthcare provider, such as:
The cost can also vary widely depending on several factors, including the location, the extent of the procedure, the surgeon's experience, and the hospital's pricing structure.
To get an explicit estimate for the cost of pacemaker implantation at the BM Birla Heart Research Centre, contact the hospital directly. Additionally, you can consult with our board-certified cardiologist to discuss your specific needs and receive a personalised quote for the procedure.
Before pacemaker implantation, diagnosis involves identifying cardiac conduction disorders or arrhythmias:
Diagnosis involves symptom evaluation, ECG monitoring, echocardiogram, and stress testing, conducted by a cardiologist.
Pre-treatment and surgery instructions for pacemaker implantation involve several steps:
Always consult your healthcare provider for tailored guidance.
Post-surgery instructions for pacemaker implantation typically include:
Following these instructions diligently promotes healing and reduces risks.
Recovering from a pacemaker implantation involves several steps:
Following medical advice closely and seeking support can aid in a smoother recovery process.
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A pacemaker is a small device implanted in the chest to regulate heart rhythm by emitting electrical pulses, ensuring a steady heartbeat. It monitors heart rate and delivers impulses when needed.
Individuals with abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias) such as bradycardia, tachycardia, or heart block may need pacemaker implantation to regulate their heartbeat and improve cardiac function.
During a pacemaker implantation, a small incision is made near the collarbone, through which leads are threaded into the heart. The pacemaker device is then placed under the skin.
Pacemaker implantation is typically performed under local anaesthesia, so discomfort during the procedure is minimal. Afterwards, some soreness at the implantation site may occur, but it's generally manageable.
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