BookDavid R. Ramsdale, Archana Rao.
Summary: Cardiac pacing is one of the best examples where the developments in technology and the microchip industry have resulted in outstanding clinical benefits to patients, and it is likely that further innovation and miniaturization will continue to make this specialty a stimulating and exciting one. As pacing is being devolved from specialist to smaller cardiology centers and where pacemaker implantation is becoming the domain of cardiologists rather than surgeons, there is a need for practical clinical guidance to pacing issues that can be used alongside a comprehensive practical training program in an experienced pacing centre. Cardiac Pacing and Device Therapy is a practical reference for all those involved in the day-to-day care of paced patients and particularly for those cardiologists planning a career in this most interesting and exciting specialty, the so-called "device specialist". The text and images will give the reader a greater understanding of the type of technology and equipment that is currently available from the cardiac device industry. The book contains practical information on temporary and epicardial pacing, elective generator change, explant procedures, pacing in children, implantable cardioverter defibrillators, cardiac resynchronization therapy, troubleshooting in pacing and training guidelines/regulations for those intending to make a career in pacing/device implantation. As such, this book provides an superb illustrated introduction to those with an interest in cardiac pacing and device therapy, from trainees and clinical fellows through to consultant cardiologists involved in a pacemaker program, cardiac physiologists and other allied medical professionals.
Contents:
History and Developments
Permanent Pacing: Current Overview
Pathology Associated with Need for Pacing
Permanent Pacemaker Implantation for Bradycardias: Indications
Investigations Prior to Pacing
Permanent Pacemakers and Leads
Implantation Technique
Predischarge Pacemaker Checks and Advice
Programmable Functions and Terminology
Precautions After Permanent Pacemaker Implantation
Follow-up After Pacemaker Implantation
Complications of Pacemaker Implantation
Temporary Pacing
Pacing in Patients with Structural Cardiac Abnormalities
Pacemaker and ICD Implantation in Children
Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy
Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators
Elective Generator Change
Explant Procedures
Epicardial/Epimyocardial Pacing Troubleshooting After Device Implantation
Training in Pacing.