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Pacemaker

About pacemaker

The following pages provide links to information on pacemaker. These are rated as good quality.

NHS Website - provide information about Pacemaker implantation

Arrhythmia Alliance - Information about pacemaker

NICE- An independent organisation responsible for providing national guidance on promoting good health and preventing and treating ill health. Information is available for on the following:

Bradycardia - dual chamber pacemakers: understanding NICE guidance

http://guidance.nice.org.uk/TA88/PublicInfo/pdf/English

Laser sheath removal of pacing leads: understanding NICE guidance

http://guidance.nice.org.uk/IPG63/PublicInfo/pdf/English

British Heart Foundation - Information about pacemaker

Local Information

Around Hounslow and Isleworth

Upbeat Heart Support Group: Information Desk at West Mid Hospital

This is situated in the atrium opposite the main reception desk and is staffed every Tuesday and Wednesday by volunteers with free advice and literature available.

London

British Cardiac Patients Association: Offering support, reassurance and information to all cardiac patients. Representing patients in local and national issues relating to coronary heart disease. National Helpline 01223 846845

British Heart Foundation - Nurse helpline: 0808 802 1234. email: hearthelpline@bhf.org.uk

Other Local information can be found at London Borough of Hounslow

 

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Useful Websites:

British Heart Foundation

Arrhythmia Alliance

Cardiac Matters UK

Somerville Foundation

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