There are regular, consistent pacing spikes followed by QRS complexes
The ventricular rate is stable and regular, suggesting reliable capture
The wide QRS complexes are expected with ventricular pacing from the right ventricle (where the Aveir is typically placed)
The pacing rate appears appropriate:
The intervals between paced beats are consistent
The rate appears to be within a physiologically appropriate range
There's no evidence of inappropriate sensing or pacing failures
Regarding capture:
Each pacing spike is followed by a consistent QRS complex
The morphology of the paced beats is uniform
There's no evidence of failure to capture or undersensing
Given that the Aveir VR is a single-chamber ventricular pacemaker, the AV dissociation we see is expected and appropriate - this device is not designed to coordinate with atrial activity. The pacemaker appears to be performing its intended function of providing reliable ventricular pacing.
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User:
Yes, please explain any aspects of the pacemaker function in more detail
Claude AI answer:
Let me break down the key aspects of how the Aveir VR leadless pacemaker is functioning in this ECG:
Pacing Function:
Each QRS complex is preceded by a distinct pacing spike
The spikes are clearly visible, particularly in the augmented leads
The pacing spikes are consistent in amplitude and timing
The energy delivery appears adequate as each spike successfully captures the ventricle
Capture Management:
There is a 100% ventricular capture rate visible in this strip
Each pacing stimulus results in a consistent QRS morphology
The wide QRS complexes are expected because the pacing originates from the right ventricular apex
There are no fusion or pseudo-fusion beats visible
Sensing Function:
The device appears to be appropriately sensing intrinsic cardiac activity
There's no evidence of oversensing (which would cause inappropriate pacing inhibition)
No undersensing is noted (which would result in competitive pacing)
The timing of the paced events suggests appropriate blanking periods
Rate Response:
The pacing rate is stable and regular
The rate appears physiologically appropriate
The timing intervals between paced complexes are consistent
There's no evidence of rate response irregularities
Battery/Device Performance:
The consistent spike amplitude suggests adequate battery voltage
The reliable capture indicates proper device-tissue interface
The regular timing suggests normal device algorithmic function
Expected AV Dissociation:
Being a single-chamber device, it doesn't track P waves
The visible P waves moving independently through the strip are normal
This type of AV dissociation is expected and acceptable with VVI pacing
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