ECG-tape recording for analysis of syncopal attacks before and during cardiac pacing

ECG-tape recording has been utilized for diagnosis of transient attacks of syncope and dizziness both before and during cardiac pacing. The display unit can be utilized for automatic starting of the ECG writer according to markings made by the patient or bradycardia alarm. The method has proved extremely useful and convenient, which is illustrated by cases with different types of arrhythmia and pacemaker failure.