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Dual-Chamber Model 5388 External (Temporary) Pulse Generator

General Information

Vendor		Medtronic Inc.
Item		Dual-Chamber Model 5388 External (Temporary) Pulse Generator
Features		Three-Dial Operation Simply adjusting the top three dials provides effective pacing in most clinical situations. Changing the pacing rate automatically adjusts other dual-chamber temporary pacing parameters. More Therapy Options Pediatric patients may need a pacing rate up to 200 ppm. A patient's high stimulation threshold may require a ventricular output of 25 mA. For managing atrial tachyarrhythmias, a rapid atrial pacing rate up to 800 ppm is possible. Safe and Reliable The patient cable system uses protected electrical connections to increase patient safety. The Model 5388 incorporates the quality and durability you expect from Medtronic temporary pacemakers.
Approval		United States and internationally
Dimensions		21.1 x 8.1 x 3.6 cm
Battery life		Alkaline: 9 days at 70 ppm and nominal settings Lithium: 16 days at 70 ppm and nominal settings
Weight		510 gm (18 oz.) with battery
Modes		DDD, DDI, DVI, DOO, VVI, VOO, AAI, AOO
Battery Type		Standard 9 V, Alkaline, or Lithium
Base Pacing Rates		30-200 ppm
Pricing

Product Description

Medtronic's temporary pulse generators are meeting the clinical needs of CV surgeons, nurses, cardiologists, electrophysiologists and anesthesiologists. And, they are of the quality and durability you expect from Medtronic. Effective pacing with the adjustment of dials. Reverse battery polarity for quick battery changes. Both the dual- and single-chamber temporary pacemakers offer rapid atrial pacing for managing atrial tachyarrhythmias. The wide sensitivity ranges of both devices improve the ability to sense p- and r-waves. The patient cable system uses protected electrical connections to increase patient safety.

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