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Electrical reversion of cardiac arrhythmias: Temporary external electrical stimulation of heart rhythm (pacing)

Your heart has been treated with electricity.

The heart pumps blood through the body. In the process, the blood flows through blood vessels. The blood supplies all areas of the body with oxygen and nutrients.

If the heart is not beating at the right rhythm or right speed, it can be life-threatening.

Your heart was treated with electricity for a certain time so that it will beat with the correct rhythm and at a certain speed. The treatment usually involves 2 plasters being placed on the chest. A cable connects these plasters to a device. This device sends a current to the heart. In this way, the heart is treated with electricity for a while.

Additional indicator

If necessary, additional letters are appended to OPS codes to indicate which side of the body is affected.

  • L: Left
  • R: Right
  • B: Both sides

Further information

Note

Your doctor will assist you with any health-related questions and explain the OPS code to you in a direct consultation if necessary.

Source

Provided by the non-profit organization “Was hab’ ich?” gemeinnützige GmbH on behalf of the Federal Ministry of Health (BMG).