Activities

 A CRT-D requires three specifically placed leads to synchronize the heart’s pumping action and provide defibrillation protection: the first lead is placed in upper right chamber to monitor the heart’s natural rhythm. Second Lead is palced in the lower right chamber to pace and provide shock if life threatening arrythmias are...

What is a CRT-P Unlike a standard pacemaker that usually paces only the right side of the heart, a CRT-P uses three leads (wires) to coordinate the contraction of both the left and right ventricles. By ensuring that both sides of the heart pump together in perfect harmony, the CRT-P improves the...