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Can Remote Monitoring Of A Medtronic Pacemaker Be Done Every Six Months?
I have a pacemaker that was replaced 2 years ago. This is my second one. It is a Medtronic pacemaker. The first one lasted 10 years. I was wondering why I have to send in a transmission every 3 months. Recently I was told it can be done every 6 months. I have no symptoms and would like to know if it can be checked every 6 months instead of every 3 months.
Thu, 28 Jun 2018
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After going through your medical details I understand your concern and I would like to tell you that a pacemaker requires assessment according to the symptoms of the patient or pace settings. Kindly speak to your treating cardiologist regarding this who can guide you properly and is able to explain causes of frequent monitoring.
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After going through your medical details I understand your concern and I would like to tell you that a pacemaker requires assessment according to the symptoms of the patient or pace settings. Kindly speak to your treating cardiologist regarding this who can guide you properly and is able to explain causes of frequent monitoring.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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