A microprocessor controlled timing device for cardiac electrical stimulation.
A microcomputer controlled device for delivering precisely timed stimuli to cardiac chambers is described. Stimulation patterns are determined by software, rather than hardware design, resulting in enhanced flexibility. Additionally, by providing timing inputs to conventional laboratory stimulators, this instrument can convert these limited use devices into ones capable of generating complex cardiac stimulation patterns at moderate cost.
D002304:Cardiac Pacing, Artificial; D003201:Computers; D003936:Diagnosis, Computer-Assisted; D006801:Humans; D012849:Sinoatrial Node / Q000503:physiopathology; D013614:Tachycardia, Paroxysmal / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy*