Cardiac stimulation is an integral part of modern medical intervention and is used to treat various diseases of the cardiovascular system. Recently, new research is being carried out in the field of cardiac stimulation, one of which is cardiac stimulation within the body (intracorporeal stimulation) or cardiac stimulation for short ISIC, which stands for Intracarpal stimulation, cardiac impulse pacing. In many cases, patients need additional cardiac impulses to maintain heart rhythm and improve quality of life. Intracorporeal pacing is a drug-free procedure in which an electrical signal sent through an implanted device helps the heart pump at the correct rhythm.
What is intracarparyl pacing and how is it performed?
Intracarpal cardiac stimulation, or ISIC, is a procedure in which an electrode is inserted into the patient's heart to deliver a pulse of electrical current that stimulates the heart muscles and causes them to contract rhythmically in the right amount. The procedure is performed under local anesthesia and requires the patient to be hospitalized for a day or more. During the procedure, electrodes are inserted through small punctures in the patient's chest to ensure precise movement. The procedure uses devices that include electrodes and stimulators to stimulate the heart muscle to produce impulses. The number and location of electrodes depends on the individual needs and condition of the patient. Once the process is completed, the patient returns home and continues to take medications as needed to prevent heart rhythm disturbances.
What benefits does the patient receive after the intracoronary cardiac stimulation procedure?
The patient who undergoes this procedure receives many benefits and improvements in quality of life. This treatment may help reduce the risk of developing arrhythmias such as tachycardia, arrhythmia, and other forms of irregular heart rhythm, help improve sleep quality, and may provide relief from many of the symptoms and pain associated with chronic heart disease.