Kauvery Hospital Vadapalani successfully implants Leadless Pacemaker in a woman aged 86
Chennai, 3rd November 2023: Kauvery Hospital Vadapalani announces the successful implantation of a Leadless pacemaker in a woman aged 86. Dr. Mahadevan, the attending Cardiologist, reported that the elderly woman had presented with complaints of breathlessness while walking, associated with medical history of diabetes mellitus, systemic hypertension, atrial fibrillation, and peripheral vascular disease. An ECG revealed complete heart block, leading to bradycardia (slow heart rate) and subsequent heart failure symptoms.
Given the patient's frailty due to age and multiple comorbidities, the medical team opted for the innovative Leadless pacemaker, ensuring a quicker recovery. Dr. Mahadevan expressed his satisfaction with the outcome, stating, "We are delighted that the patient has suc...









