Implantation of a pacemaker for cardiac arrhythmia

The pacemaker is implanted under the skin under local anesthesia in an operation lasting just under an hour. The electrodes are inserted into a vein through a small incision in the skin and advanced to the heart. It is anchored in the ventricle under X-ray control.

access for the implantation of a pacemaker

Electrical impulses are emitted via the electrode to stimulate the heart so that it does not beat too slowly. The individually programmable pacemaker is usually checked 1-2 times a year.

Pacemaker without electrodes

As an alternative, the so-called "electrodeless pacemaker" is available in certain situations. In this case, a small pacemaker "capsule" is implanted directly into the right ventricle via the vein in the groin. This system does not require an actual "unit" or electrodes. In an individual analysis, we assess which system is best suited to which patient.