Implantable Cardiac Pacemakers and Defibrillators

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Pacing and ICDs are used increasingly in the management ofarrhythmias and a number of different cardiac conditions.Specialists, general cardiologists and general physicians are nowclosely involved in managing patients with these devices.Implantable Cardiac Pacemakers and Defibrillators: All youwanted to know is written by leading specialists from the UKand USA and is designed for all physicians looking for a clear andcomprehensive introduction to the principles and functions of thesedevices. The focus of this book has been on the indications forthese devices and continuing patient management for the generalistand those in training - including complications andtroubleshooting that arise peri- and post-implantation. Not only does Implantable Cardiac Pacemakers andDefibrillators provide a sound introduction to the subject, inthe later chapters it goes beyond the basics, introducing moreadvanced techniques such as lead extraction. It can be used bothfor those in training and for those with direct patient careresponsibilities. With its up to date, evidence-based approach and inclusion ofthe latest AHA guidelines on pacing, this is an ideal guide to amajor aspect of modern cardiac management.

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"The first chapter of this book discusses the basic principles ofpacing and does it very well... The electrocardiogram (ECG) diagrams are easy to understand inthis section and I particularly enjoyed the 'frequently askedquestions' at the end of the chapter... The following chapter on pacemaker implantation discusses themodes of pacemakers and what the abbreviations mean. This is quiteenlightening, as not many people actually know this. The chapter isin depth, especially about the types of pacemakers, and theirindications... I found the chapter on ICD follow-up very useful... The rest of the book was very informative and answered a lot ofpreviously unanswered questions, especially on heartfailure... I enjoyed the book. I found it interesting and appreciated thechapters and how they dealt with each sub-group of pacemakerimplantation." - Andrew Karrouze, Coronary Care Unit, University Hospital,Lewisham, SE13 6LH. British Journal of Cardiac Nursing, March2007, Vol 2 No 3
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