Cardiac Pacemakers and Defibrillators Second Edition
Cardiac Pacemakers and Defibrillators, 2nd Edition
Author:
Charles J. Love, M.D.
Ohio State University Medical Center
Columbus, Ohio
Product Details
Paperback: 174 pages
Publisher: Landes Bioscience, Inc.; 2nd edition (June 1, 2006)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1570596913
ISBN-13: 978-1570596919
Contents
- NBG Codes for Permanent Pacing
- Basic Concepts of Pacing
- Basic Single Chamber Pacing
- Dual Chamber Pacing
- Upper Rate Behavior in Dual Chamber Pacing
- Sensor Driven Pacing
- Advanced Pacemaker Features
- Indications for Permanent Pacemaker Implantation
- Follow-Up of Permanent Pacemakers
- Preoperative, Operative and Postoperative Considerations
- Evaluation of Pacemaker Malfunction
- NBD Code for Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators
- Basic Concepts of Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators
- Indications for Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators
- Preoperative, Operative and Postoperative Considerations for Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators
- Evaluation of Defibrillator Malfunction
- Follow-Up of Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators
- Biventricular Pacemakers and Defibrillators
This book is intended for the physician, nurse, student or technician who occasionally comes in contact with patients who have implanted heart rhythm control devices. It is meant as a reference and basic resource to provide quick explanations and answers to situations that are likely to be encountered relating to pacemakers and implantable cardioverter defibrillators. The terminology and language unique to the professionals who deal with these devices is explained and examples of basic and advanced pacemaker function are covered. Figures are used extensively to show examples of normal and abnormal device function. Common malfunctions are described and an approach to the diagnosis and remedy of these problems is presented. The indications for the use of pacemakers and defibrillators are discussed as well as the contraindications. Surgical issues and patient concerns are covered. The rationale for follow-up and the follow-up procedures for these devices are explained.
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