Arrhythmias & electrophysiologyGuideline or statement
Strategies to improve atrioventricular synchrony in patients with a Micra atrioventricular (AV) leadless pacemaker
- Expert consensus statement
Recommendations
As issued by the authors
Evaluate mechanical atrial activity on transthoracic echocardiography prior to implant
Turn off Auto A3 Threshold and Tracking Check in all patients
Turn off AV conduction mode switch in all patients with high degree AV block
Program the lower rate to 50 bpm, with exceptions based on individual clinical assessment
Original publication
Strategies to improve atrioventricular synchrony in patients with a Micra AV leadless pacemaker. Europace. Published 7 March 2024. doi:10.1093/europace/euae060
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