Caring for Loved Ones with Heart Disease by J Shah MD

Author:J Shah MD
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Published: 2022-04-02T00:00:00+00:00

When Is a Pacemaker Needed?

The doctor may recommend a pacemaker if the person has:

•fatigue, lightheadedness, or fainting from a low heart rate;

•inability to exercise because the heart rate does not increase enough during exercise; or

•damage to the electrical system of the heart during heart valve surgery.

What Is a Pacemaker? How Does It Work?

A permanent (artificial) pacemaker has two parts:

•A pulse generator: A small metal container with a battery and electrical circuitry. It goes under the skin next to the left or right shoulder and controls the electrical activity of the heart. Sometimes it is called a pacemaker or battery.

•Leads and electrodes: Wires that travel from the pulse generator to the heart. They connect the heart to the electrical circuitry in the pulse generator.

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