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Dr. Gemnatas explains the concept of a leadless pacemaker, which is a new device for pacing the heart. Normally, a pacemaker is inserted in the heart in the inner lining of the right ventricle through a vein in the chest. The new leadless pacemaker is inserted through a vein in the leg, wherein a hollow tube goes from the groin up into the heart. The tiny device is then put inside the tube, which has prongs on it that will hook up with the wall of the right ventricle. There is no wire attached to the device, which has a seven to eight-year battery life on average and can detect the heart’s own electricity. The new technology paces the right ventricle and will eventually be able to pace the left ventricle and right atrium, but those devices are still in the investigational stages. The leadless pacemaker is useful for patients who have occasional pacing needs and for those who do not want to have an endovascular procedure done.
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The video features Dr. Pradip Jamnadas discussing the function of traditional pacemakers and the innovation of leadless pacemakers, which do not require leads or a bump under the chest. Dr. Jamnadas is the founder and Chief Medical Officer of Cardiovascular Interventions, P.A. in Orlando, Florida, and is a consultant cardiologist and clinical assistant professor of medicine. The video is not a substitute for individual medical advice, and viewers should consult their physician before starting any medical program or treatment.
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Leadless Pacemakers: A Revolutionary Innovation in Heart Health by Dr. Pradip Jamnadas
Every year, more than 3 million people in the United States receive a pacemaker to help regulate their heartbeat. But what if there was a way to have a pacemaker without the leads and bumps under the chest that come with traditional devices? That’s where the leadless pacemaker comes in, a revolutionary innovation in heart health. In this video, Dr. Pradip Jamnadas explains what a pacemaker does, and how the leadless pacemaker works.
What is a Pacemaker, and How Does it Work?
A pacemaker is an electronic device that helps regulate a person’s heartbeat when it becomes too slow or irregular. The device is implanted under the skin near the collarbone, with one or more wires, or leads, connected to the heart’s chambers. The pacemaker sends electrical impulses to the heart to keep it beating properly.
What are Leadless Pacemakers?
Leadless pacemakers are a newer type of pacemaker that does not require the leads or bumps of a traditional device. Instead, the pacemaker is a small, self-contained device that is delivered through a catheter, or small tube, inserted through a vein in the leg and placed directly into the heart. The device is then secured in place with small hooks or tines that anchor it to the heart tissue.
Benefits of Leadless Pacemakers
Leadless pacemakers have many benefits over traditional pacemakers. The most obvious benefit is that there are no leads or bumps under the chest. This means that patients do not have to worry about lead fractures or infections related to the leads. The device is also smaller and has a lower profile than a traditional pacemaker, making it less noticeable. Additionally, the procedure to implant a leadless pacemaker is less invasive, with shorter recovery times and fewer complications.
Are Leadless Pacemakers Right for Everyone?
As with any medical device, leadless pacemakers are not right for everyone. They are currently only approved for patients who need single-chamber pacemakers, meaning the device is only placed in one chamber of the heart. In addition, not all patients are good candidates for the implantation procedure. Your doctor will evaluate your individual situation and discuss the risks and benefits of a leadless pacemaker.
Conclusion
Leadless pacemakers are a game-changing innovation in heart health. They offer many benefits over traditional pacemakers, including a smaller size, lower profile, and less invasive implantation procedure. However, they are not right for everyone, and your doctor will determine if a leadless pacemaker is the best option for you. If you are experiencing heart issues, it is important to speak with your doctor to discuss potential treatment options.
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In this video Dr. Jamnadas explains what a pacemaker does and a new innovation, leadless pacemakers. With a leadless pacemaker, there are no leads or bump under the chest like a traditional pacemaker.
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About Dr. Pradip Jamnadas, MD, MBBS, FACC, FSCAI, FCCP, FACP
The founder and Chief Medical Officer of Cardiovascular Interventions, P.A. in Orlando Florida where, since 1990, he has been repeatedly recognized in local publications as a Top Doctor performing thousands of interventional procedures in hospital and out patient settings. As a consultant cardiologist with a large diversified inpatient and outpatient practice he is noted for his passions for teaching and illuminating prevention for cardiovascular disease . He is also a clinical assistant professor of medicine at The Florida State University and University of Central Florida.
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