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Use of transesophageal atrial pacing to provide temporary chronotropic support in a dog undergoing permanent
Robert A Sanders1, Henry W Green, Daniel F Hogan
1Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine, East Lansing, MI 48823, USA. ras@cvm.msu.edu
Abstract:
A 14.5-kg, 13-year-old female spayed Cocker spaniel was evaluated because of episodic hind limb weakness. Results of examination were consistent with sick sinus syndrome with intermittent second-degree atrioventricular block. Transesophageal atrial pacing was successful in providing chronotropic support during permanent pacemaker implantation. Transesophageal atrial pacing appears to be a viable option for temporary atrial pacing in dogs with hemodynamically marked bradycardia without significant atrioventricular blockade.
