PACEMAKER / ICD / CRT IMPLANTATION
Overview
Pacemaker, ICD, and CRT implantation at Ananthapuri Hospitals provides life-saving and life-improving rhythm support for patients with bradycardia, ventricular arrhythmias, and heart failure. Under the expert guidance of Dr. C. G. Bahuleyan and the specialized cardiac rhythm team, these procedures are performed using the latest-generation devices designed for safety, longevity, and precision
Detailed Explanation
These cardiac devices serve distinct purposes:
● Pacemakers correct abnormally slow heart rhythms.
● ICDs detect and stop dangerous ventricular arrhythmias with a life-saving shock.
● CRT (Biventricular Pacing) resynchronizes the heart in patients with heart failure and conduction delays.
Our ElectroPhysiology-enabled Cath Lab ensures accurate lead placement, optimal device programming, and seamless integration with cardiac diagnostics. High-end options such as MRI-safe devices, leadless pacemakers, subcutaneous ICDs, and advanced CRT-D systems are available. Every implantation is followed by device interrogation, remote monitoring, and individualized long-term care.
Why Choose Ananthapuri?
- Expertise backed by Dr. C. G. Bahuleyan and a dedicated arrhythmia management team
- Full spectrum of devices: single/dual chamber pacemakers, ICDs, CRT-P/CRT-D, leadless systems
- Electrophysiolgy-enabled Cath Lab with fluoroscopy + 3D mapping support for precision placement
- Seamless postoperative monitoring with telemetry and follow-up programming
- Integrated care between cardiac ICU, heart failure clinic, and device clinic
- High success rates with minimal complications and short hospital stays
Preparation & What to Expect
Before implantation, patients undergo ECG, echocardiography, blood tests, and occasionally Holter or EP evaluation. The procedure is done under local anesthesia with mild sedation. A small incision is made near the shoulder, and leads are placed through a vein into the heart, or the device is implanted through the femoral route in leadless systems. After implantation, activity restrictions apply for a few weeks, and regular device checks ensure optimal performance. Patients receive complete guidance on lifestyle, device safety, and follow-up schedules.