ArticleJournal of arrhythmia2025
The Crucial Role of Physical Activity Index, in Predicting the Incidence of Pacemaker Syndrome.
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- Comment on "The Crucial Role of Physical Activity Index in Predicting the Incidence of Pacemaker Syndrome".Journal of arrhythmia · 2026Article
- Clinical Considerations Regarding Pacemaker Syndrome Under VVIR Pacing.Journal of arrhythmia · 2025Article
- The Crucial Role of Physical Activity Index, in Predicting the Incidence of Pacemaker Syndrome.Journal of arrhythmia · 2025Article
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Abstract
Background: While AV dyssynchrony is present in all cases with a single-chamber pacemaker, pacemaker syndrome (PMS) occurs in only a minority of patients. This study aims to investigate the role of physical activity in the incidence of this syndrome. Method: Physical activity data of 200 patients receiving a dual-chamber pacemaker were obtained from the International Physical Activity Questionnaires. They were divided into two groups: Group A with a physical activity level of less than 500 MET-min/week, and Group B with a higher level. After switching to VVIR mode at discharge, patients were followed for 6 months to monitor the development of pacemaker syndrome. Results: Forty-seven cases of PMS were recorded, representing an incidence rate of 23%. Group B had significantly more PMS cases than Group A (33 vs. 14, Conclusion: A physical activity level below 399 MET-min/week can predict the non-occurrence of PMS with a 98% predictive value. This can help physicians identify patients less likely to develop symptoms.
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