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Pacemaker therapy.

P R Kowey·D F Mullan·L Wetstein
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This article reviews the indications for pacemaker implantation and the techniques and devices currently in use. The management of patients who require permanent pacemakers and the potential complications involved are discussed. The article concludes with a brief synopsis of temporary pacing.

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Arrhythmia, SinusCardiac Pacing, ArtificialElectrodesFollow-Up StudiesHeart BlockHumansPacemaker, ArtificialPostoperative CarePostoperative ComplicationsTachycardiaTime FactorsJournal ArticleResearch Support, Non-U.S. Gov'tReview

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P R Kowey, D F Mullan, L Wetstein. 1985. Pacemaker therapy.. https://doi.org/10.1016/s0039-6109(16)43639-x

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