Retrospective analysis of indications and complications related to implantation of permanent pacemaker: 25 years of experience in 31 dogs
Introduction: Pacemaker implantation is the only effective symptomatic treatment for life-threatening bradyarrhythmias. Major complications observed after implantation of cardiac pacemakers include lead dislocation, loss of pulse generator function, and inadequate stimulation. The aim of this retros...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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2019-03-01
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| Series: | Journal of Veterinary Research |
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.2478/jvetres-2019-0016 |
| Summary: | Introduction: Pacemaker implantation is the only effective symptomatic treatment for life-threatening bradyarrhythmias. Major complications observed after implantation of cardiac pacemakers include lead dislocation, loss of pulse generator function, and inadequate stimulation. The aim of this retrospective single-centre study was to analyse the indications for pacemaker implantation and the incidence and types of complications associated with this procedure in dogs treated for symptomatic bradyarrhythmia. |
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| ISSN: | 2450-8608 |