Use of triple-site ventricular pacing in a patient with severe congestive heart failure and atrial fibrillation

Pacing Clin Electrophysiol. 2009 May;32(5):673-4. doi: 10.1111/j.1540-8159.2009.02344.x.

Abstract

Cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) has become an accepted treatment for selected patients with drug-resistant heart failure. Data for patients in atrial fibrillation (AF) remains limited but suggests benefit in these patients too. We report the case of an 82-year-old patient with heart failure, VVIR permanent pacemaker, and permanent AF who had an upgrade to triple-site CRT implantation with good clinical response. Triple-site ventricular pacing may enhance the chance of response and LV reverse remodeling and should be considered in AF patients undergoing CRT implantation.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Atrial Fibrillation / complications*
  • Atrial Fibrillation / prevention & control*
  • Heart Failure / complications*
  • Heart Failure / prevention & control*
  • Heart Ventricles*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Treatment Outcome