Reduction of falls and fractures after permanent pacemaker implantation in elderly patients with sinus node dysfunction

ConclusionFalls, fall-related injuries, and fall-related fractures are frequent in SND patients. Permanent pacemaker implantation is associated with a significantly reduced risk of these adverse events, although no causal relationship could be established due to the study design.

Source: Europace - October 4, 2016 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research