Biventricular Permanent Pacemaker
What is it?
A Biventricular Pacemaker is a pacemaker that paces on both sides of the heart. In selected cases, resynchronising the heart in this fashion can improve cardiac function.
The device is implanted under the skin beneath the collarbone. It is connected to wires which rest inside the heart.
Preparation
Fasting is required for 6 hours prior to the admission time. Blood thinning medication may need to be stopped a few days before the procedure; however the cardiologist will advise on this. The patient can expect to be in hospital for 1-2 nights.
Results
Your cardiologist will advise on the result at the time of the procedure. A follow up appointment will more than likely be organized a couple of weeks later in the consulting rooms.
If you are a patient undergoing this procedure and you have any further queries, please raise them with your cardiologist.
