RESUMEN
An 88-year-old Japanese woman underwent DDD pacemaker (MicroPort KORA 250 DR, V lead: VEGA R52) implantation for complete atrioventricular block. A 12-lead electrocardiogram for a routine examination showed atrial pacing within the intrinsic P wave, followed by inhibition of ventricular pacing. Pacemaker interrogation revealed no abnormalities in the basic parameters; however, ventricular pacing was inhibited by far-field sensing of intrinsic atrial waves before atrial events; type II far-field P-wave sensing. As a result, unusual atrial pacing occurred due to the pause suppression algorithm, which is the one of the functions that prevent atrial fibrillation development.
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Bloqueo Atrioventricular , Marcapaso Artificial , Femenino , Humanos , Anciano de 80 o más Años , Bloqueo Atrioventricular/diagnóstico , Bloqueo Atrioventricular/terapia , Estimulación Cardíaca Artificial , Atrios Cardíacos , Ventrículos CardíacosRESUMEN
Magnetic fields can represent a health problem, especially low frequency electromagnetic fields sometimes induced by electric current in metallic objects worn or used in or on the body (as opposed to high frequency electromagnetic fields that produce heat). Electric toothbrushes are widely used because of their convenience, but the electric motors that power them may produce electromagnetic waves. In this study, we showed that electric toothbrushes generate low frequency (1-2000 Hz) magnetic fields and induce electric current in dental appliances (e. g. orthodontic and prosthetic appliances and dental implants). Current induced by electric toothbrushes might be dependent on the quantity and types of metals used, and the shape of the appliances. Furthermore, these induced currents in dental appliances could impact upon human oral health, producing pain and discomfort.