Key result
Prophylactic temporary pacing is not routinely required for asymptomatic bifascicular block during general anesthesia.
Why the study?
The perioperative indications for temporary cardiac pacing and anesthetic management considerations require clarification regarding emergency and elective use.
Provides practical considerations for the perioperative indication and anesthetic management of temporary cardiac pacing in patients with various degrees of heart block.
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Supports avoiding routine prophylactic pacing with monitoring in asymptomatic bifascicular block under anesthesia; leaves open need for prospective validation.
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A 2012 study conducted a review in Perioperative arrhythmias (bradycardia, bifascicular block, second-degree heart block). Temporary cardiac pacing was evaluated. Prophylactic temporary cardiac pacing is not routinely required for asymptomatic bifascicular block during general anesthesia, though intensive monitoring and rapid preparation for emergency transcutaneous pacing are necessary.
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