Abstract
This chapter describes the recommendations for temporary cardiac pacing. Indications for emergency and semi-elective temporary pacing are discussed, and American College of Cardiology (ACC) and American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines are summarized. Preparations for transvenous temporary pacing, including equipment, patient preparation, and choice of access are outlined. Internal jugular vein cannulation, subclavian vein cannulation, and femoral vein cannulation are described and compared. Different approaches to the insertion of a rigid pacing electrode and a flotation electrode are discussed, including tips for difficult electrode positioning. The method for setting up pacing is described, and complications with solutions are featured.
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