Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy.
A specialized pacemaker (CRT or BiV pacer) that coordinates the contractions of the left and right ventricles in patients with heart failure and electrical conduction delays. Can improve symptoms and ejection fraction.
Definition
What is cardiac resynchronization therapy?
A specialized pacemaker (CRT or BiV pacer) that coordinates the contractions of the left and right ventricles in patients with heart failure and electrical conduction delays. Can improve symptoms and ejection fraction.
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