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Adverse clinical events caused by pacemaker battery depletion: two case reports.
Junpeng Liu1, Li Wen2, Simin Yao3
1Department of Cardiology, Peking University Fifth School of Clinical Medicine, Beijing Hospital, National Center of Gerontology, Institute of Geriatric Medicine, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, No.1 Da Hua Road, Dong Dan, Beijing, 100730, P.R. China. liujunpeng3501@bjhmoh.cn.
BMC Cardiovascular Disorders
|July 25, 2020
Summary
Pacemaker battery depletion can cause serious symptoms like chest pain and heart block, often missed by clinicians. Early detection of pacemaker malfunction is crucial for patient safety.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Medical Devices
- Clinical Medicine
Background:
- Pacemaker battery depletion is a known issue but often overlooked.
- Clinical manifestations can be subtle and easily misdiagnosed.
- Raising clinical awareness is essential for prompt diagnosis.
Observation:
- Two cases of pacemaker battery depletion are presented.
- Case 1: 83-year-old male with chest pain and dyspnea due to pacemaker syndrome.
- Case 2: 80-year-old female with complete atrioventricular block and torsade de pointes.
Findings:
- Pacemaker battery depletion can lead to significant adverse events.
- Pacemaker syndrome and severe arrhythmias are potential complications.
- A simple method for identifying pacemaker battery depletion is introduced.
Implications:
- Early detection and diagnosis of pacemaker battery depletion are critical.
- Increased clinical vigilance can prevent serious morbidity.
- The presented method may aid in timely diagnosis and intervention.
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