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Pacemaker Implantation
A small device to regulate a slow or irregular heartbeat.
A pacemaker is a matchbox-sized device placed under the skin below the collarbone, with thin leads to the heart. It corrects a slow heart rate and is implanted under local anaesthetic.
Board-certified consultants · NABH-accredited AAF procedure suites
About the procedure
What Pacemaker Implantation involves
A pacemaker is a matchbox-sized device placed under the skin below the collarbone, with thin leads to the heart. It corrects a slow heart rate and is implanted under local anaesthetic.
Your journey
Before, during and after your procedure
A clear, compassionate five-stage clinical pathway designed for safety, rapid recovery and confidence at every step.
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Consultant evaluation
First visitA full symptom history, clinical examination and suitability screening before anything is scheduled.
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Baseline diagnostics
Day −1 or the morningBlood work, imaging and any needed cross-consults to confirm the plan and set clear pre-procedure benchmarks.
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Admission & preparation
On the dayGuided check-in, fasting and consent checks, and preparation by trained nursing staff in a private bay.
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The procedure
In the suiteCarried out in an accredited day-care suite under direct consultant and resuscitation oversight.
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Recovery & discharge
Same day / next morningMonitored recovery, clear written aftercare, and a scheduled consultant follow-up.
The medical team
Specialists for Pacemaker Implantation
Good to know
Common questions about Pacemaker Implantation
Is it a major operation?
No — it is a minor procedure under local anaesthetic, usually with one overnight stay for monitoring.
Will I feel the pacemaker?
Most people are unaware of it after the first few weeks. You will have regular checks to make sure it is working well.
Plan this procedure
Speak to our Cardiology care coordinator
Get transparent guidance on consultant availability, pre-admission preparation and post-procedure care at Thrissur.
Cardiology desk: +91 484 000 0000 24×7 emergency on-call
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