Presented post-collapse. A 12-lead ECG revealed 2:1 atrioventricular nodal block and they were referred to cardiology and it was decided to place a permanent pacemaker. The physician performing the procedure noted difficulty in gaining cephalic vein access and therefore a subclavian approach was used. The patient reported slight pleuritic chest pain post-insertion.
Patient Data
Age: | 65 years |
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Gender: | Female |