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During
pacemaker surgery, a compact generator is placed in the upper chest just
underneath the skin. Electrical wires are attached to the generated at one end
and then threaded to the heart through a vein with the other end. A pacemaker
works by sending low electrical pulses to the heart when there is an irregular
heartbeat.
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Conditions Treated with Pacemaker Surgery:
Pacemaker surgery may be performed in cases of heart attack or arrhythmia.
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Non-surgical
alternatives to pacemaker surgery include digitalis, calcium channel blockers,
blood thinners, beta blockers and lifestyle changes. Surgical alternatives to
the procedure include biventricular pacemaker surgery and implantable
cardioverter defibrillator surgery.
Anesthesia with Pacemaker Surgery:
Pacemaker surgery may be performed under local anesthesia and sedation.
Potential Complications from Pacemaker Surgery:
Possible risks following pacemaker surgery include bleeding, soreness, infection, swelling, nerve damage and a negative reaction to the anesthesia.
Prognosis after Pacemaker Surgery:
The prognosis for a positive end result following pacemaker surgery is good.
Recovery from Pacemaker Surgery:
Total recovery from pacemaker surgery takes one to two weeks.
