Why the study?
Does the Atrial Pacing Preference (APP) algorithm reduce mode switch episodes in patients with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation and an implanted pacemaker?
Population
51 patients with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation and an implanted pacemaker, mean age 70+/-11 years.
Comparison
Atrial Pacing Preference algorithm turned ON at… vs Atrial Pacing Preference algorithm turned OFF…
Design
RCT, Programmed in random order using a cross-over design
Follow-up
4 weeks per setting (16 weeks total)
Authors
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Supports APP activation in paroxysmal AF pacemaker patients; extends randomized evidence for atrial preference pacing algorithms.
Does the Atrial Pacing Preference (APP) algorithm reduce mode switch episodes in patients with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation and an implanted pacemaker?
The Atrial Pacing Preference algorithm significantly reduces mode switch episodes and premature atrial beats, suggesting efficacy in preventing paroxysmal atrial fibrillation in patients with pacemakers.
Ogawa et al. (2008) studied this question.
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