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Pacemaker check
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The doctor places a special wand over the device and reads its data. The battery and leads are checked, and settings are changed if needed.
Regularly after implant: usually after a few months, then every 6 to 12 months. Your doctor will set the timing.
⏱ Duration: usually 15 to 30 minutes; results right away
Be sure to tell your doctor
How to prepare
- Preparation. None needed. Eat and take your medicines as usual.
- Clothes. Wear something that lets you uncover the device area easily.
- Documents. Your pacemaker card is a must.
What to bring
- Your pacemaker card
- Your discharge papers from the implant
- A list of your medicines
How it goes
- You lie or sit down
- ECG stickers are placed on your arms and legs
- The programmer wand is placed over the device on your chest
- The doctor reads the data and checks how it works
- Sometimes settings are changed. Your heart may beat differently for a short time
- The doctor explains the result and sets the next check
What you'll feel
- Usually nothing
- Sometimes your pulse changes or you feel dizzy for a few seconds. Tell the doctor
Afterwards
- Write down the date of the next check
- Carry your device card with you
Contact a doctor straight away if
- Fainting or severe dizziness: call emergency services
- Your pulse becomes very slow or very fast
- Redness, swelling, or discharge over the device
Common questions
How long does the battery last?
Usually many years. The check shows how much is left, and your doctor will tell you in advance when to replace it.
Can the device be checked remotely?
Some devices allow it. Ask your doctor if yours does.