Minerva cardioangiologica
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Minerva cardioangiologica · Jan 1991
[Non-invasive temporary cardiac pacing. Possibilities and limitations].
The non-invasive temporary pacemaker is a reliable and easy method for emergency treatment of asystole or severe bradycardias. Large electrode areas and long pulse width allow a low stimulation threshold (40-60 mA), and so were largely eliminated discomfort resulting from contraction of skeletal muscles and burning pain from stimulation of cutaneous nerves. ⋯ In our opinion, this method will be a valid alternative to transvenous pacing, when completely eliminated stimulation of skeletal muscles and cutaneous nerves. It may play a role in the treatment of tachyarrhythmias.