Pacemakers: How They Work and Why They're Needed | Dr. Mitch Tan Explains
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Dr. Mitch Tan provides an in-depth understanding of pacemakers, starting with the functioning of the heart and the necessity of pacemakers for slow heart rates.
He outlines the symptoms and risks, defines what pacemakers are, and discusses their types, battery life, monitoring features, and programming.
He also explains the implantation process and recovery objectives, underlining the safety and advantages for patients.
Head to our Pacemaker information page: https://www.texasheartmedical.org/our-specialties/pacemaker/
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