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What assistance does the pacemaker manufacturer provide to cardiologists who perform implant procedures?
Specific training by the pacemaker manufacturer may also be acquired.
How do I find out what material is used to make a pacemaker My daughter is allergic to metal, except titanium and platinum. Will she be able to have the needed pacemaker?
Most modern pacemakers are made of an outer shell of titanium. You can read more about pacemakers here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pacemaker
What are the two approaches that can be used to implant the electrode portion of a pacemaker?
Epicardial and transvenous
What is the difference between an implant and a transplant?
An implant is something placed in the body usually non-human such as a pacemaker. A transplant is body to body such as a liver.
What ar the two approaches that can be used to implant the electrode portion of a pacemaker?
Epicardial and transvenous
How many leads may be necessary in a pacemaker implant procedure?
Depending on the configuration of the pacemaker and the clinical needs of the patient, as many as three leads may be used in a pacing system.
How does cold weather impact the stability and performance of titanium implants?
Cold weather can cause titanium implants to contract, potentially leading to loosening or failure of the implant. This can affect stability and performance, as the implant may not be securely anchored in the bone.
A recovering pacemaker implant patient can expect what length of stay in the hospital?
After an implant without complications the patient can expect a hospital stay of one to five post-procedure days.
How long is the hospital stay for a pacemaker implant patient?
Patients undergoing surgical pacemaker implantation usually stay in the hospital overnight.
What heart diseases increase the chances that a patient will need a pacemaker?
A history of myocardial infarction (heart attack), congenital defect, or cardiac transplant also increases the likelihood of pacemaker implant.
How is the new teeth implanted as like the original ones?
New teeth are implanted by placing a titanium post into the jawbone, which acts like a natural tooth root. After healing, a crown is attached, mimicking the look and function of a real tooth.
What potential danger exists for pacemaker implant patients using cellular phones?
A 1997 study found that cellular phones often interfere with pacemaker programming and cause irregular heart rhythm.
