Externalized Reusable Permanent Pacemaker for Prolonged Temporary Cardiac Pacing in Critical Cardiac Care Units: An Observational Monocentric Retrospective Study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The use of temporary cardiac pacing is frequent in critical care units for severe bradycardia or electrical storm, but may be associated with frequent and potentially severe complications, especially when indwelling for several days. In some cases, transient indication or ongoing contraindication for a permanent pacemaker justifies prolonged temporary pacing. In that case, the implantation of an active-fixation lead connected to an externalized pacemaker represents a valuable option to increase safety and patient comfort. Yet, evidence remains scarce. We aimed to describe the population receiving prolonged temporary cardiac pacing (PTCP) and their outcomes.

Methods

We retrospectively included all consecutive patients, admitted to our hospital from 2016 to 2021,

SUBMITTER: Beneyto M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9736961 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature