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Induction cardiac pacing: a new approach.

J D McArthur, J D Henderson, M M Mani

    British Medical Journal
    |August 11, 1973
    PubMed
    Summary

    A novel "skin tunnel" transformer enables induction cardiac pacing. Early patient results are promising, suggesting potential for powering artificial organs.

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    Area of Science:

    • Biomedical Engineering
    • Cardiovascular Technology
    • Implantable Devices

    Background:

    • Cardiac pacing requires reliable power sources.
    • Existing pacing systems face challenges with transcutaneous energy transfer.
    • Novel methods for inductive power delivery are under investigation.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To introduce and evaluate a new "skin tunnel" transformer system for induction cardiac pacing.
    • To assess the initial feasibility and efficacy of this novel pacing approach.

    Main Methods:

    • Development of a "skin tunnel" transformer for inductive power transfer.
    • Application of the system in a patient for cardiac pacing.
    • Monitoring of pacing parameters and system performance.

    Main Results:

    • Successful implementation of the "skin tunnel" transformer for cardiac pacing in a patient.
    • Encouraging initial results demonstrating the system's potential.
    • The system facilitated effective transcutaneous power delivery for pacing.

    Conclusions:

    • The new "skin tunnel" transformer approach shows promise for induction cardiac pacing.
    • Long-term reliability could lead to significant applications in powering implantable artificial organs.
    • This technology may offer a new paradigm for energy delivery to internal medical devices.

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