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Evelyne Chandra1, David Nugraha2, Denny Suwanto3
1Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology and Vascular Medicine, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, Indonesia; Department of Cardiology and Vascular Medicine, Dr Soetomo General Academic Hospital, Surabaya, Indonesia.
Temporary transvenous pacing can cause serious complications like cardiac tamponade, especially in elderly patients. Prompt evaluation for hypotension after pacing is crucial for timely diagnosis and surgical intervention.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Interventional Cardiology
- Medical Device Complications
Background:
- Temporary transvenous pacing is a critical intervention for symptomatic complete heart block.
- This procedure carries risks, including right ventricular perforation and cardiac tamponade.
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