External transcutaneous pacemaker for profound bradycardia associated with spinal cord trauma.
The successful use of external transthoracic pacing is described in a case of spinal cord trauma with profound bradycardia. This modality achieved blood pressures equal to transvenous pacing. In patients in whom venous access is difficult or represents a risk of infection, transthoracic pacing may offer a worthwhile alternative.
D000328:Adult; D001919:Bradycardia / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy*; D002304:Cardiac Pacing, Artificial; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D013119:Spinal Cord Injuries / Q000150:complications / Q000628:therapy*