Pacemaker Temporary Treatment in India
About Pacemaker Temporary
Key Highlights
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Provides immediate, life-saving stabilization of dangerous heart rhythms.Serves as a crucial bridge to recovery or permanent pacemaker implantation.Allows for adjustable heart rate settings based on patient needs.Minimally invasive procedure performed under local anesthesia.Enables continuous cardiac monitoring in a controlled hospital setting.
Who is this surgery for?
- Symptomatic bradycardia (slow heart rate causing dizziness, fainting).
- High-grade or complete heart block (disruption of electrical signals in the heart).
- Post-cardiac surgery to support heart rhythm during recovery.
- Acute myocardial infarction (heart attack) affecting the heart's electrical system.
- Overdose of medications that slow the heart rate (e.g., beta-blockers, digoxin).
- As a precaution before permanent pacemaker implantation if the patient is unstable.
- Severe electrolyte imbalances causing life-threatening arrhythmias.
How to prepare
- Emergency assessment including vital signs and a 12-lead ECG.
- Informed consent process explaining the urgent need and procedure details.
- Cleaning and sterilizing the insertion site (neck, chest, or groin area).
- Administration of local anesthesia to numb the insertion site.
- Establishing intravenous (IV) access for fluids and medications.
- Continuous monitoring with pulse oximetry and cardiac telemetry.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding or hematoma at the catheter insertion site.
- Infection at the insertion site or in the bloodstream.
- Pneumothorax (collapsed lung) if the chest vein is accessed.
- Accidental puncture of an artery near the insertion vein.
- Displacement or malfunction of the pacing wires, requiring adjustment.
- Risk of blood clots forming on the wires.
- Perforation of the heart muscle by the pacing wire (rare).
Recovery & hospital stay
- Patient is monitored in an ICU or cardiac care unit with continuous ECG.
- The insertion site is checked regularly for signs of bleeding or infection.
- Arm movement on the side of the insertion may be restricted to prevent wire dislodgement.
- The external pulse generator is secured and its settings are checked frequently.
- Underlying condition is treated (e.g., correcting electrolyte imbalances).
- Transition plan is made for either weaning off the pacemaker or implanting a permanent device.
- Upon removal of the wires, pressure is applied to the site, and the patient is observed for a few hours.
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Typical hospital stay:
3-7 days
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Expected recovery time:
Immediate for rhythm stabilization; underlying condition dictates full recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering pacemaker temporary in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for pacemaker temporary in India include Miot Hospital Chennai, Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Kamineni Hospital, King Koti, Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, Manipal Hospital Dhakuria, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform pacemaker temporary. MediFyr helps you compare cardiologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for pacemaker temporary compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | INR 25 Thousand – 75 Thousand | 3-7 days | ~ Immediate for rhythm stabilization; underlying condition dictates full recovery | Know More |
| Turkey | TRY 87.5 Thousand – 263 Thousand | 3-7 days | ~ Immediate for rhythm stabilization; underlying condition dictates full recovery | Know More |
Top hospitals for Pacemaker Temporary in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated cardiology teams and experience managing patients undergoing pacemaker temporary.
Hyderabad, India
67 Doctors
Vikram Smith, a 68-year-old retired engineer...
Vikram Smith, a 68-year-old retired engineer and avid gardener, had been experiencing sudden, frightening episodes of lightheadedness and near-fainting while tending to his roses. His history included a minor heart attack five years prior. During a routine check-up, his cardiologist, Dr. Chen, discovered severe bradycardia, his heart rate was dropping dangerously low during these episodes. Dr. Chen explained that Vikram's heart's natural pacemaker was failing and recommended a temporary pacemaker to stabilize his rhythm while they determined if he needed a permanent one. The procedure, done under local anesthesia, was uncomfortable but not painful; Vikram felt a strange fluttering sensation as the pacemaker took over. Post-procedure, his dizziness vanished immediately. He spent two days in the cardiac unit, feeling secure with the constant monitoring. Emotionally, he shifted from fear of another collapse to profound relief and gratitude for the technology that gave him back his stability, allowing him to look forward to returning to his garden with confidence.
Cardiologists for Pacemaker Temporary
Explore experienced cardiologists who regularly perform pacemaker temporary and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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