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Pacing interventions for falls and syncope in the elderly.

Mitchell N Faddis1, Michael W Rich

  • 1Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology Unit, Washington University School of Medicine, Cardiology, Box 8086, 660 South Euclid Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63110, USA. mitchnf@pol.net

Clinics in Geriatric Medicine
|August 16, 2002
PubMed
Summary

Cardiovascular conditions frequently cause falls and syncope in older adults. Pacemaker implantation can prevent these falls in carefully selected patients, improving their quality of life.

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Area of Science:

  • Geriatrics
  • Cardiology
  • Neurology

Background:

  • Cardiovascular disorders are common in elderly patients experiencing recurrent falls or syncope.
  • A significant portion of these events are attributed to underlying cardiac issues.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the role of cardiovascular disorders in elderly falls and syncope.
  • To evaluate the efficacy of diagnostic strategies and interventions, including pacemaker implantation.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive history and physical examination.
  • Electrocardiographic monitoring, carotid sinus massage, and tilt-table testing.
  • Prospective clinical trials evaluating pacemaker implantation outcomes.

Main Results:

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  • Symptomatic bradycardia often improves with pacemaker implantation, reducing recurrent events and enhancing quality of life.
  • Permanent pacemaker implantation demonstrates efficacy in preventing symptoms related to transient hypotension and decreased cerebral perfusion.

Conclusions:

  • Many falls in the elderly may be preventable with permanent pacemaker implantation in appropriately selected individuals.
  • Pacemaker implantation is a validated strategy for managing cardiovascular causes of falls and syncope.