Pacemaker Specialist & Implantation in Vijayawada

A cardiac pacemaker is an implantable electronic device that regulates dangerously slow heartbeats (bradycardia) and complete heart block, restoring normal heart rhythm.

1. What is Pacemaker Specialist in Vijayawada?

Pacemaker implantation involves placing a small pulse generator under the skin below the collarbone, connected via leads to heart chambers to send electrical pulses when heart rate drops.

2. Why does it happen?

Severe heart block or sinus node dysfunction causes dangerously slow heart rates, fainting spells, and risk of sudden cardiac arrest.

3. Who is at risk?

Patients with symptomatic bradycardia, sick sinus syndrome, AV heart block, or syncope require pacemaker evaluation.

4. Common Symptoms

1. Fainting spells (syncope)
2. Severe dizziness and confusion
3. Extreme fatigue and slow pulse (<50 bpm)

5. Underlying Causes

1. Degenerative conduction system disease
2. Post-infarct heart block

6. Diagnostic Evaluations

1. 12-Lead ECG
2. 24-Hour Holter Monitoring
3. Electrophysiology Study (EPS)

7. Treatment Options & Interventions

1. Single Chamber Pacemaker
2. Dual Chamber Pacemaker
3. CRT-D / ICD for Heart Failure

8. Recovery & Rehabilitation

Procedure takes under an hour with overnight hospital observation.

9. Prevention & Lifestyle Guidance

1. Regular 6-12 month pacemaker battery checks

10. Doctor's Medical Advice

A pacemaker safely restores normal heart rate and restores energy and quality of life.