Complications may include:
- Allergic reaction to the device or medicines used during the procedure.
- Blood clots that block blood flow. ...
- Device problems. ...
- Heart problems. ...
- Infection around the pacemaker wires or device. ...
- Pacemaker syndrome, which is when the pacemaker stimulates only one ventricle. ...
- Tissue scarring.
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Symptoms of a pacemaker infection include a high temperature and pain, swelling and redness at the site of the pacemaker. Call your GP or cardiologist as soon ...
Swelling, bleeding or bruising at the pacemaker's site; A collapsed lung; Damage to blood vessels or nerves near the pacemakers; Allergic reaction to dye or ...
Increased pain, swelling, warmth, or redness. Red streaks leading from the incision. Pus draining from the incision. A fever. You have hiccups often or for a ...
breathlessness; dizziness; fainting; prolonged weakness; a swollen arm on the side of the pacemaker; chest pains; prolonged hiccups; a high temperature; pain, ...
Risks and complications - Pacemaker ; blood clots; infection; air leak; problems with the pacemaker ; a high temperature of 38 degrees Celsius or above; pain, ...
What are the possible complications or side effects of having a pacemaker? · Allergic reactions · Blood clots · Malfunctions of the pacemaker or its leads ...
The most common risk for this procedure is bruising or swelling at the pacemaker site. Less common risks are: Movement of the pacemaker generator or leads ...
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