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Pacemaker alternans.

J J Rozanski, M Kleinfeld, F X Worthington

    Pacing and Clinical Electrophysiology : PACE
    |January 1, 1984
    PubMed
    Summary
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    A rare phenomenon called pacemaker alternans occurred in a patient with complete heart block following cardiac surgery. This transient electrical issue resolved spontaneously within 24 hours, with the pacemaker system functioning normally thereafter.

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    Area of Science:

    • Cardiology
    • Biomedical Engineering
    • Electrophysiology

    Background:

    • A 52-year-old male patient underwent implantation of a Gemini pacemaker due to complete heart block.
    • The heart block developed subsequent to coronary reconstruction and endocardial resection for chronic recurrent ventricular tachycardia.

    Observation:

    • Pacemaker alternans, a rare electrical phenomenon, was observed two days post-implantation.
    • This transient event resolved spontaneously within 24 hours.

    Findings:

    • The study explored potential mechanisms underlying pacemaker alternans in this clinical context.
    • The pacemaker system demonstrated normal function throughout a subsequent two-month follow-up period.

    Implications:

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    • Understanding pacemaker alternans is crucial for managing patients with cardiac implantable electronic devices.
    • This case highlights the importance of monitoring for and investigating transient electrical abnormalities post-pacemaker implantation.