Is lower base rate detrimental to transcatheter aortic valve implantation patients requiring pacemakers?

Shurrab, M., Singarajah, T., Wijeysundera, H. C., Haj-Yahia, S., Newman, D., Crystal, E. and Lashevsky, I. (2015) Is lower base rate detrimental to transcatheter aortic valve implantation patients requiring pacemakers? Expert Review of Medical Devices, 12(6), pp. 675-678. (doi: 10.1586/17434440.2015.1093414) (PMID:26414946)

Abstract

Sudden cardiac death related to polymorphic ventricular tachycardia/ventricular fibrillation has been well reported post atrioventricular junction ablation. The practice of faster pacing rate immediately after atrioventricular junction ablation is well recognized to decrease the risk of sudden cardiac death. We propose that this practice (faster pacing rate) be implemented in patients who need permanent pacemakers secondary to transcatheter aortic valve implantation (or even surgical aortic valve interventions).

• Item Type: Articles
• Status: Published
• Refereed: Yes
• Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: Haj-Yahia, Professor Saleem
• Authors: Shurrab, M., Singarajah, T., Wijeysundera, H. C., Haj-Yahia, S., Newman, D., Crystal, E., and Lashevsky, I.
• College/School: College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Cardiovascular & Metabolic Health
• Journal Name: Expert Review of Medical Devices
• Publisher: Taylor and Francis ; Expert Reviews
• ISSN: 1743-4440