External Cardiac Stimulation

External cardiac stimulation (syn. extracorporeal cardiac stimulation, external cardiac stimulation) is a method of cardiac stimulation in which an electrical impulse is transmitted to the heart through electrodes located on the surface of the body. This method is used in cases where the heart cannot beat on its own due to various reasons such as myocardial infarction, cardiac arrest, cardiac arrhythmias, etc.

In the process of external cardiac stimulation, special electrodes are used that are installed on the skin in the area of ​​the heart. The electrodes are then connected to an electrical impulse generator, which transmits an electrical impulse to the heart. This impulse stimulates the heart muscle, which leads to its contraction and restoration of normal heart rhythm.

External cardiac stimulation has a number of advantages over other methods of cardiac stimulation. Firstly, it is less invasive as it does not require surgery. Secondly, it allows you to monitor your heart rate and adjust it if necessary. Thirdly, it can be used to treat various heart diseases such as arrhythmia, heart block and others.

However, external cardiac stimulation also has its disadvantages. It can cause complications, such as damage to the skin where the electrodes are inserted, as well as damage to the heart muscle. In addition, it may have side effects such as dizziness, nausea and headache.

Thus, external cardiac stimulation is an effective method for treating heart disease, but it also has its risks and limitations. Before undergoing this procedure, it is necessary to conduct a thorough examination and evaluate the possible risks and benefits.

Cardiac pacing is a relatively new and promising treatment option for patients with heart failure. It involves creating artificial electrical stimulation of the heart that can help restore normal cardiac function in patients suffering from heart failure. External cardiac stimulation is one of the methods of this procedure.

It is performed outside the patient's body and allows the ventricles and atria of the heart to be stimulated, which can lead to increased blood circulation, reduced workload on the heart and improved function of the heart muscle. This form of stimulation may be especially useful for patients with severe forms of heart failure when conventional treatments do not provide the desired effect. In addition, external cardiac pacing can be used as a temporary solution before heart transplantation or to improve the quality of life of patients during recovery from cardiac surgery.

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