Single/Dual Chamber vs. Cardiac Resynchronization Pacemakers for Cardiac Resynchronization – Results from the SYNCHRONY Collaborative Group

In patients with heart failure (HF) undergoing left bundle branch area pacing (LBBAP) for cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) without a defibrillator (e.g., elderly patients or non-ischemic cardiomyopathy, in whom the use of a defibrillator has been questioned),1 the use of a right ventricular (RV) lead may not be necessary. However, in some countries CRT is not reimbursed if a 3-lead device is not used, and the clinical impact of avoiding this additional lead has not been established.

Source: Heart Rhythm - January 3, 2024 Category: Cardiology Authors: Juan C. Diaz, Mauricio Duque, Andres F. Miranda, Bruce A. Koplan, Jorge E. Mar ín, Julian M. Aristizabal, Cesar D. Niño, Oriana Bastidas, Daniela Hincapie, Carolina Hoyos, Carlos D. Matos, Nestor Lopez-Cabanillas, Elmer Jaraba, Sebastian Moreno, Manuel Source Type: research