Fundamental Electrophysiology Principles Related to Perioperative Management of Cardiovascular Implantable Electronic Devices

There is an increasing number of patients undergoing elective or emergency surgery who have a cardiovascular implantable electronic device (CIED) in the United States. Practice advisories and consensus statements have been issued by the American Society of Anesthesiologists and the Heart Rhythm Society, advocating a multidisciplinary approach. Unfortunately, anesthesia providers often find themselves in the situation where they are left to manage these devices on their own. At the University of Washington Medical Center an anesthesiology-based service to manage these devices has existed for over a decade.
Source: Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia - Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Tags: Special Article Source Type: research