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How-to Manual for Pacemaker and ICD Devices

Author : Amin Al-Ahmad
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118820592
Total Pages : 295 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (188 download)

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Download or read book How-to Manual for Pacemaker and ICD Devices written by Amin Al-Ahmad and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2018-03-20 with total page 295 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A complete, how-to-do-it guide to planning, programming, implementing, and trouble-shooting todays pacemakers and other implantable cardiac devices Edited by a team of leading clinician-educators this is a practical, go-to reference for trainees and clinical staff who are new to or less experienced with the programming and management of implantable devices. It distills device best-practices into a single, quick-reference volume that focuses on essential tasks, common pitfalls, and likely complications. Each chapter follows a hands-on, how-to-do-it approach that helps readers quickly master even the most challenging device-related taskssuch as programming and how to respond confidently when complications arise. Todays pacemakers and other implantable EP devices are to earlier versions what smart phones are to rotary phones. They are not only smaller and more comfortable; they offer complex programming options that allow clinicians to adapt a device to individual patient requirements. As they continue to become smaller, smarter, and more adaptable, these devices also become more challenging for clinicians to set up, manage and monitor. This unique, quick-reference guide dramatically reduces the learning curve for mastering this essential technology by giving doctors and technicians the how-to information they need. Focuses on tasks clinicians perform, including pre-implementation, planning, programming, management, troubleshooting, and more Shows how expert clinicians achieve optimal outcomes in their own labs with real-world examples Features more than 300 images, including ECGs, X-ray and fluoroscopy, images from device interrogation, intracardiac electrograms, and color electoanatomical maps Provides eight videos on an accompanying website demonstrating key tasks and techniques Also available in an eBook version, enhanced with instructional videos, How-to Manual for Pacemaker and ICD Devices is an indispensable tool of the trade for electrophysiologists, fellows in electrophysiology, EP nurses, technical staff, and industry professionals.

Pacemakers and Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators: An Expert's Manual

Author : Amin Al-Ahmad, MD
Publisher : Cardiotext Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1935395726
Total Pages : 484 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (353 download)

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Download or read book Pacemakers and Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators: An Expert's Manual written by Amin Al-Ahmad, MD and published by Cardiotext Publishing. This book was released on 2010-06-10 with total page 484 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the rapidly evolving field of treating cardiac arrhythmias, the importance of direct management of patients with implantable cardiac devices is growing. The devices have become increasingly complex, and understanding their algorithms and growing programming options is essential for physicians who implant and manage them. Written by experts and world authorities in the field, Pacemakers and Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators: An Expert's Manual provides electrophysiologists, fellows in training, nurses, and cardiovascular technicians involved in day-to-day management of device patients with detailed information about the many device algorithms and interactions. Heavily illustrated with over 300 figures and tables Uniquely meets the day-to-day needs of all direct management professionals Focuses in detail on algorithms Describes device interactions, addressing every major manufacturer Provides in-depth insight into pacing, including biventricular pacing Discusses arrhythmia detection and device classification, testing, and therapy Pacemakers and Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators: An Expert's Manual was listed by the American Journal of Cardiology as one of the "Good Books in Cardiovascular Disease in 2010." - American Journal of Cardiology Vol. 107, Issue 8, Pages 1250-1251

The EHRA Book of Pacemaker, ICD, and CRT Troubleshooting

Author : Harran Burri
Publisher : European Society of Cardiology
ISBN 13 : 0198727771
Total Pages : 309 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (987 download)

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Download or read book The EHRA Book of Pacemaker, ICD, and CRT Troubleshooting written by Harran Burri and published by European Society of Cardiology. This book was released on 2015-03-29 with total page 309 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An essential companion for both the aspiring and practising electrophysiologist,The EHRA Book of Pacemaker, ICD and CRT Troubleshooting assists device specialists in tackling both common and unusual situations that that they may encounter during daily practice. Taking a case-based approach, it examines pacemakers, implantable cardioverter defibrillators and cardiac resynchronisation therapy. Much more than just a technical manual of device algorithms, the cases help readers to consolidate their technical knowledge, and improve their reasoning and observation skills so they are able to tackle device troubleshooting with confidence. The 70 cases are arranged in three sections by increasing levels of difficulty to walk readers through all the skills and knowledge they need in an easy to use and structured format. Each case contains a short clinical description and a device tracing followed by a multiple choice question. Answers are supplied with detailed annotations of the tracing and an in-depth discussion of the case, highlighting practical hints and tips as well as providing an overview of the technical function of devices. A useful summary of principal device features and functions is also included. The EHRA Book of Pacemaker, ICD and CRT Troubleshooting is the perfect companion for electrophysiologists, cardiology trainees and technical consultants working with device patients as well as for those studying for the EHRA accreditation exam in cardiac pacing.

Pacemakers and Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators

Author : Amin Al-Ahmad
Publisher : Cardiotext
ISBN 13 : 9780979016462
Total Pages : 464 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (164 download)

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Book Synopsis Pacemakers and Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators by : Amin Al-Ahmad

Download or read book Pacemakers and Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators written by Amin Al-Ahmad and published by Cardiotext. This book was released on 2010 with total page 464 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kenneth A. Ellenbogen, MD, FACC, FAHA, FHRS, Kontos Professor of Medicine, Chair of the Division of Cardiology, and Director of Cardiac Electrophysiology in the Department of Internal Medicine, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, Virginia --

Cardiac Pacing, Defibrillation and Resynchronization

Author : David L. Hayes
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1444360116
Total Pages : 824 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (443 download)

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Book Synopsis Cardiac Pacing, Defibrillation and Resynchronization by : David L. Hayes

Download or read book Cardiac Pacing, Defibrillation and Resynchronization written by David L. Hayes and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-09-07 with total page 824 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Consisting of 13 chapters, this book is uniformly written to provide sensible, matter-of-fact methods for understanding and caring for patients with permanent pacemakers, ICDs and CRT systems. Now improved and updated, including a new chapter on programming and optimization of CRT devices, this second edition presents a large amount of information in an easily digestible form. Cardiac Pacing and Defibrillation offers sensible, matter-of-fact methods for understanding and caring for patients, making everyday clinical encounters easier and more productive. Readers will appreciate the knowledge and experience shared by the authors of this book.

The EHRA Book of Pacemaker, ICD, and CRT Troubleshooting

Author : Haran Burri
Publisher : OUP Oxford
ISBN 13 : 0191043583
Total Pages : 304 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book The EHRA Book of Pacemaker, ICD, and CRT Troubleshooting written by Haran Burri and published by OUP Oxford. This book was released on 2015-05-07 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An essential companion for both the aspiring and practising electrophysiologist, The EHRA Book of Pacemaker, ICD and CRT Troubleshooting assists device specialists in tackling both common and unusual situations that that they may encounter during daily practice. Taking a case-based approach, it examines pacemakers, implantable cardioverter defibrillators and cardiac resynchronisation therapy. Much more than just a technical manual of device algorithms, the cases help readers to consolidate their technical knowledge, and improve their reasoning and observation skills so they are able to tackle device troubleshooting with confidence. The 70 cases are arranged in three sections by increasing levels of difficulty to walk readers through all the skills and knowledge they need in an easy to use and structured format. Each case contains a short clinical description and a device tracing followed by a multiple choice question. Answers are supplied with detailed annotations of the tracing and an in-depth discussion of the case, highlighting practical hints and tips as well as providing an overview of the technical function of devices. A useful summary of principal device features and functions is also included. The EHRA Book of Pacemaker, ICD and CRT Troubleshooting is the perfect companion for electrophysiologists, cardiology trainees and technical consultants working with device patients as well as for those studying for the EHRA accreditation exam in cardiac pacing. This print edition of The EHRA Book of Pacemaker, ICD, and CRT Troubleshooting comes with a year's access to the online version on Oxford Medicine Online. By activating your unique access code, you can read and annotate the full text online, follow links from the references to primary research materials, and view, enlarge and download all the figures and tables. Oxford Medicine Online is mobile optimized for access when and where you need it.

Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator

Author : L. Bing Liem
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 9401718377
Total Pages : 218 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (17 download)

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Book Synopsis Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator by : L. Bing Liem

Download or read book Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator written by L. Bing Liem and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2013-03-14 with total page 218 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ICD therapy has become the standard form of treatment for ventricular tachyarrhythmias. With clinical data showing its efficacy in both secondary and primary prevention of premature sudden death, its use is likely to increase dramatically in the next decade. Technological advancement has been instrumental in simplifying ICD implantation. However, technical additions to the device have also made its scope of functions more complex. In addition to providing rapid and effective therapy for ventricular tachycardia and fibrillation, the ICD is now capable of providing a full spectrum dual-chamber pacing as well as therapies for atrial fibrillation. Soon, it will also be able to provide treatment for congestive heart failure using multi-site ventricular pacing and provide continuous hemodynamic monitoring. This book serves as an introductory text to those who are relatively new to this technology. In its manual form, it outlines the pertinent components of ICD functions and the basic differences among the various models. It provides practical points in ICD implantation, and in its programming and trouble-shooting.

Cardiac Pacing and Device Therapy

Author : David R. Ramsdale
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 1447129393
Total Pages : 573 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (471 download)

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Download or read book Cardiac Pacing and Device Therapy written by David R. Ramsdale and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 573 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cardiac Pacing: An Illustrated Introduction will provide an introduction to all those who have or who are developing an interest in cardiac pacing. At a time in the UK when pacing is being devolved from specialist tertiary cardiac centres to smaller district general hospitals and in the USA where pacemaker implantation is no longer the responsibility of the surgeon and in the domain of cardiologists, there is a need for a text which offers a guide to pacing issues to be used alongside a comprehensive practical training programme in an experienced pacing centre

Understanding Your Pacemaker Or Defibrillator

Author : David L. Hayes
Publisher : Cardiotext Incorporated
ISBN 13 : 9781935395553
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (955 download)

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Book Synopsis Understanding Your Pacemaker Or Defibrillator by : David L. Hayes

Download or read book Understanding Your Pacemaker Or Defibrillator written by David L. Hayes and published by Cardiotext Incorporated. This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Implantable cardiac devices are life-saving tools that have been in use for decades. But when you or a loved one has been advised to get a pacemaker, implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD), or cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) device, where do you turn for practical information about what life with your device will be like? The fact is that no single source provides patients and their families with the real-life information they need and want. Until now. Understanding Your Pacemaker or Defibrillator: What Patients and Families Need to Know fills this void with a wealth of useful information for patients who have or require an implantable device. Written from a uniquely comprehensive perspective by three very diverse experts - an experienced cardiologist who has worked with thousands of cardiac device patients and their families, a certified cardiac device specialist who also specializes in patient psychology, and a patient living with an implanted cardiac device - this book explains everything you need to know about living with a pacemaker, ICD, or CRT device: normal and abnormal heart function; misperceptions about implantable devices; what to expect during and after the procedure; follow-up care and possible complications; and practicalities of living with an implanted device. Using accessible, understandable language, Understanding Your Pacemaker or Defibrillator will answer your questions (even the ones you didn't know to ask!), allay your fears, and help you live a long and healthy life with your device.

Implantable Cardiac Pacemakers and Defibrillators

Author : Anthony W C Chow
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1405172576
Total Pages : 184 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (51 download)

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Book Synopsis Implantable Cardiac Pacemakers and Defibrillators by : Anthony W C Chow

Download or read book Implantable Cardiac Pacemakers and Defibrillators written by Anthony W C Chow and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2008-04-15 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pacing and ICDs are used increasingly in the management of arrhythmias and a number of different cardiac conditions. Specialists, general cardiologists and general physicians are now closely involved in managing patients with these devices. Implantable Cardiac Pacemakers and Defibrillators: All you wanted to know is written by leading specialists from the UK and USA and is designed for all physicians looking for a clear and comprehensive introduction to the principles and functions of these devices. The focus of this book has been on the indications for these devices and continuing patient management for the generalist and those in training – including complications and troubleshooting that arise peri- and post-implantation. Not only does Implantable Cardiac Pacemakers and Defibrillators provide a sound introduction to the subject, in the later chapters it goes beyond the basics, introducing more advanced techniques such as lead extraction. It can be used both for those in training and for those with direct patient care responsibilities. With its up to date, evidence-based approach and inclusion of the latest AHA guidelines on pacing, this is an ideal guide to a major aspect of modern cardiac management.

Cardiac Pacing and ICDs

Author : Kenneth A. Ellenbogen
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1119578353
Total Pages : 464 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (195 download)

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Download or read book Cardiac Pacing and ICDs written by Kenneth A. Ellenbogen and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2020-05-14 with total page 464 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The consummate guide to cardiac pacing and defibrillator therapy in a clinical setting Designed to provide clinicians and fellows with a complete, up-to-date breakdown of current device therapies for pacing and defibrillation, Cardiac Pacing and ICDs reflects the latest developments in the device treatment of heart rhythm abnormalities. Topics ranging from essential principals to new and innovative techniques are explored in focused chapters, illustrated with full-color images, charts, and diagrams. Addressing every aspect of permanent and temporary pacing and defibrillation therapy, this invaluable resource covers patient indications, pacing mode selection, implantation and removal techniques, troubleshooting, and much more. The seventh edition has been expanded and revised to enable clear and practical understanding of the field as it exists today. Drawing upon real-world experience and cutting-edge research, it offers accessible, systematic guidance with a clinical focus, as well as a wealth of bitesize tips and tricks. Access to a new companion website provides insightful supplementary material, complete with downloadable images and video clips of key techniques. This essential book: Provides an intuitive, easy-to-navigate guide to cardiac pacing techniques and devices Explains pacing hemodynamics in practical, clinically relevant terms Features simple algorithms for mode selection and device programming Offers details of novel pacing systems and techniques, such as leadless pacemaker and His bundle pacing. Covers pacemaker timing cycles, special features, and evaluation and management of pacing system malfunctions Summarizes indications and details implantation techniques of ICDs, including transvenous and subcutaneous systems Includes best practices in MRI safety, patient consultation, and remote patient follow-up Cardiac Pacing and ICDs is an ideal resource for clinicians and fellows in cardiology and electrophysiology, those preparing for the IHRBE Examination in Devices, and any nurses, technicians, and other professionals caring for patients with implantable cardiac devices.

Cardiac Pacing and ICDs

Author : Kenneth A. Ellenbogen
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1405150076
Total Pages : 576 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (51 download)

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Book Synopsis Cardiac Pacing and ICDs by : Kenneth A. Ellenbogen

Download or read book Cardiac Pacing and ICDs written by Kenneth A. Ellenbogen and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2008-04-15 with total page 576 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fully revised and updated, the fourth edition of Cardiac Pacingand ICDs continues to be an accessible and practical clinicalreference for residents, fellows, surgeons, nurses, PAs, andtechnicians. The chapters are organized in the sequence of the evaluation ofan actual patient, making it an effective practical guide. Revisedchapters and updated artwork and tables plus a new chapter oncardiac resynchronization make the new edition an invaluableclinical resource. Features: · New chapter on Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy · Updated and better quality figures and tables · Updated content based on ACC/AHA/NASPE guidelines · Updated indications for ICD placement · Updated information on ICD and pacemakertroubleshooting

Pacemakers and ICDs

Author : Jonathan Timperley
Publisher : Oxford Specialist Handbooks in
ISBN 13 : 0199687838
Total Pages : 417 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (996 download)

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Download or read book Pacemakers and ICDs written by Jonathan Timperley and published by Oxford Specialist Handbooks in. This book was released on 2019 with total page 417 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This specialist handbook is a practical, comprehensive, and concise training guide on how to implant, follow-up, and troubleshoot pacemakers and ICDs, fully updated with new technologies and the latest international guidelines.

Implantable Cardioverter - Defibrillators Step by Step

Author : Roland X. Stroobandt
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1444359061
Total Pages : 362 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (443 download)

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Book Synopsis Implantable Cardioverter - Defibrillators Step by Step by : Roland X. Stroobandt

Download or read book Implantable Cardioverter - Defibrillators Step by Step written by Roland X. Stroobandt and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-09-07 with total page 362 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillators Step by Step Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillators Step by Step AN ILLUSTRATED GUIDE Health care professionals now have a clear and concise overview of all relevant aspects of implantable cardioverter-defibrillators. In the successful fomat established by Cardiac Pacemakers Step by Step, this handy paperback demystifies the devices that have revolutionized cardiac care. Authored – not edited – for a smooth, easy-to-read presentation, the book uses: full-page illustrations in full color accompanying text representative ICD tracings to explain important aspects of ICD therapy. Progressing from basic to more sophisticated topics, the authors concentrate on clinically useful material. All members of the patient care team will welcome this timely guide. COMPANION WEBSITE With this book you are given free access to a companion resources site. www.wiley.com/go/icdstepbystep The website includes over 150 images taken from this book You are free to download these images and use them in your own presentations; details inside BY THE SAME AUTHORS Cardiac Pacemakers Step by Step: An Illustrated Guide

The EHRA Book of Interventional Electrophysiology

Author : Hein Heidbuchel
Publisher : Oxford University Press
ISBN 13 : 0191079103
Total Pages : 320 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (91 download)

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Book Synopsis The EHRA Book of Interventional Electrophysiology by : Hein Heidbuchel

Download or read book The EHRA Book of Interventional Electrophysiology written by Hein Heidbuchel and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2017-04-07 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The EHRA Book of Interventional Electrophysiology is the second official textbook of European Heart Rhythm Association (EHRA). Using clinical cases to encourage practical learning, this book assists electrophysiologists and device specialists in tackling both common and unusual situations that they may encounter during daily practice. Richly illustrated, and covering electrophysiological procedures for supra-ventricular and ventricular arrhythmias, the book enables specialists to deepen their understanding of complex concepts and techniques. Tracings, covering supra-ventricular and ventricular arrhythmias, are presented with multiple-choice questions to allow readers to hone their skills for interpreting challenging cases and to prepare for the EHRA certification exam in electrophysiology. Cases include Orthodromic AVRT, PV Isolation, VT ablation, and Atypical left atrial flutter to name a few. The EHRA Book of Interventional Electrophysiology is a wide-ranging, practical case-book, written by leading experts in the field and edited by members of the EHRA education committee: an essential companion for electrophysiologists and trainees alike.

Pacemakers and ICDs

Author : Jonathan Timperley
Publisher : Oxford University Press
ISBN 13 : 019151165X
Total Pages : 400 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (915 download)

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Download or read book Pacemakers and ICDs written by Jonathan Timperley and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2019-05-23 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Comprehensive, yet practical and concise, the Oxford Specialist Handbook of Pacemakers and ICDs is the ideal training guide on how to implant, follow-up, and troubleshoot pacemakers and ICDs. Fully updated to include new technologies such as subcutaneous ICDs and MRI compatible devices, this new edition provides the latest guidelines and management strategies for the cardiology trainee and cardiac technician. Covering the principles, programming, potential complications, and troubleshooting for pacemakers, ICDs, and cardiac resynchronisation therapy, this title is an invaluable aid for anyone charged with providing or contributing to a pacing, ICD, or implantable loop recorder service. Written in a succinct bullet-point style, the second edition of the Oxford Specialist Handbook of Pacemakers and ICDs delivers key information in an accessible manner, with over 120 figures including x-rays and annotated ECGs to demonstrate pacing techniques and troubleshooting solutions.

A Case-Based Approach to Pacemakers, ICDs, and Cardiac Resynchronization, [Volume 3]

Author : Paul A. Friedman MD, FACC, FHRS
Publisher : Cardiotext Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1942909098
Total Pages : 300 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (429 download)

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Book Synopsis A Case-Based Approach to Pacemakers, ICDs, and Cardiac Resynchronization, [Volume 3] by : Paul A. Friedman MD, FACC, FHRS

Download or read book A Case-Based Approach to Pacemakers, ICDs, and Cardiac Resynchronization, [Volume 3] written by Paul A. Friedman MD, FACC, FHRS and published by Cardiotext Publishing. This book was released on 2016-05-01 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is for any individual who sees patients with implantable devices, or who will be taking an examination related to device management. Many caregivers working in the field of medicine find that one of the best ways to learn is by working through clinical cases, and for many people it’s even more helpful to work through the examples as unknowns. This is especially true in the arena of implantable cardiac devices. In an effort to provide this experience, experts from the Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, have produced three volumes of case studies that encompass variations of normal and abnormal function of pacemakers, ICDs, and CRT devices. The texts have been written collaboratively by six clinicians with differing backgrounds in an effort to present the cases in such a way that they are applicable to a variety of caregivers. Cases for this book were selected because of their clinical relevance and their usefulness for illustrating general principles, practical tips, or interesting findings in device practice, with the goal of advancing general concepts in device management.