RV outflow tract septal pacing resulted in a similar paced QRS duration compared to mid-RV septal pacing (151 ± 14 ms vs 145 ± 13 ms; P=0.150).
Observational (n=17)
Does RVOT septal pacing improve QRS duration and pacing parameters compared to mid-RV septal pacing in patients with an indication for dual-chamber pacing?
Septal pacing can be reliably achieved in both the RVOT and mid-RV with active fixation leads, with no significant difference in acute lead performance or paced QRS duration between the two sites.
Absolute Event Rate: 151% vs 145%
p-value: p=0.150
BACKGROUND: Prolonged right ventricle (RV) apical pacing is associated with left ventricle (LV) dysfunction due to dysynchronous ventricular activation and contraction. Alternative RV pacing sites with a narrower QRS compared to RV pacing might reflect a more physiological and synchronous LV activation. The purpose of this study was to compare the QRS morphology, duration, and suitability of RV outflow tract (RVOT) septal and mid-RV septal pacing. METHODS: Seventeen consecutive patients with indication for dual-chamber pacing were enrolled in the study. Two standard 58-cm active fixation leads were passed to the RV and positioned in the RVOT septum and mid-RV septum using a commercially available septal stylet (model 4140, St. Jude Medical, St. Paul, MN, USA). QRS duration, morphology, and pacing parameters were compared at the two sites. The RV lead with less-satisfactory electrical parameters was withdrawn and deployed in the right atrium. RESULTS: Successful positioning of the pacing leads at the RVOT septum and mid-RV septum was achieved in 15 patients (88.2%). There were no significant differences in the mean stimulation threshold, R-wave sensing, and lead impedance between the two sites. The QRS duration in the RVOT septum was 151 ± 14 ms and in the mid-RV septum 145 ± 13 ms (P = 0.150). CONCLUSIONS: This prospective observational study shows that septal pacing can be reliably achieved both in the RVOT and mid-RV with active fixation leads using a specifically shaped stylet. There are no preferences in regard to acute lead performance or paced QRS duration with either position.
Rosso et al. (Thu,) conducted a observational in Indication for dual-chamber pacing (n=17). RV outflow tract (RVOT) septal pacing vs. Mid-RV septal pacing was evaluated on QRS duration (p=0.150). RV outflow tract septal pacing resulted in a similar paced QRS duration compared to mid-RV septal pacing (151 ± 14 ms vs 145 ± 13 ms; P=0.150).