EHRA expert consensus statement and practical guide on optimal implantation technique for conventional pacemakers and implantable cardioverter-defibrillators: endorsed by the Heart Rhythm Society (HRS), the Asia Pacific Heart Rhythm Society (APHRS), and the Latin-American Heart Rhythm Society (LAHRS)

With the global increase in device implantations, there is a growing need to train physicians to implant pacemakers and implantable cardioverter-defibrillators. Although there are international recommendations for device indications and programming, there is no consensus to date regarding implantation technique. This document is founded on a systematic literature search and review, and on consensus from an international task force. It aims to fill the gap by setting standards for device implantation.

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With the increasing number of device implantations worldwide, the need to train physicians in the implantation of pacemakers and implantable cardioverter-defibrillators is growing. Despite international recommendations for device indications and programming, there is currently no consensus on implantation techniques. This document, based on a systematic literature review and consensus from an international task force, aims to establish standards for device implantation to address this gap.