Implantation technique of His bundle pacing
Lina Marcantoni1, Marco Zuin1, Enrico Baracca1
1Arrhythmia and Electrophysiology Unit, Dept of Cardiology, Santa Maria della Misericordia General Hospital, Rovigo, Italy.
Herzschrittmachertherapie & Elektrophysiologie
|May 8, 2020
Summary
His bundle pacing (HBP) offers physiological ventricular synchrony, especially when high pacing percentages are needed. Modern techniques and dedicated devices make HBP reliable and efficient in clinical practice.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Electrophysiology
- Medical Devices
Background:
- His bundle pacing (HBP) is crucial for maintaining physiological ventricular synchrony.
- Early HBP implantation was perceived as complex and time-consuming.
- Dedicated leads and sheaths have simplified HBP procedures.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the feasibility and effectiveness of His bundle pacing in routine clinical practice.
- To assess the impact of dedicated technologies on HBP implantation success and procedural efficiency.
- To review the reliability and long-term outcomes of HBP.
Main Methods:
- Utilized dedicated leads and sheaths for His bundle pacing implantation.
- Assessed implantation success rates and procedural parameters (e.g., fluoroscopy time, total procedure time).
- Monitored device performance and patient outcomes during long-term follow-up.
Main Results:
- Achieved implantation success rates exceeding 90% with current technology.
- Demonstrated reliable and effective pacing performance at implantation and long-term.
- Reported reductions in fluoroscopy and total procedural times.
- Indicated potential for further improvements with new customized technologies.
Conclusions:
- His bundle pacing is achievable with high success rates in routine practice using current dedicated technology.
- HBP is reliable and effective, offering reduced procedure times and fluoroscopy exposure.
- Ongoing technological advancements promise enhanced system performance and implant success.
- Large trials are anticipated to confirm long-term benefits and establish HBP as a primary pacing choice.


