{"id":305,"date":"2026-02-10T07:08:58","date_gmt":"2026-02-10T07:08:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dravisheksaha.com\/cardiologist\/?p=305"},"modified":"2026-02-10T07:09:01","modified_gmt":"2026-02-10T07:09:01","slug":"heart-rate-too-slow-feeling-dizzy-dr-avishek-saha-explains-5-vital-secrets-of-pacemaker-implantation-in-kolkataincluding-mri-safe-and-leadless-options","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dravisheksaha.com\/cardiologist\/2026\/02\/10\/heart-rate-too-slow-feeling-dizzy-dr-avishek-saha-explains-5-vital-secrets-of-pacemaker-implantation-in-kolkataincluding-mri-safe-and-leadless-options\/","title":{"rendered":"Pacemaker Implantation in Kolkata: 5 Vital Secrets to Restore Rhythm"},"content":{"rendered":"<body>\n<p>Do you often feel dizzy or lightheaded? Have you actually fainted (Syncope) or had a \u201cblackout\u201d? Check your pulse. If it is consistently <strong>below 60 beats per minute<\/strong>, your heart\u2019s natural electrical generator (Sinus Node) might be failing. Heart rate too slow? Feeling dizzy? Dr. Avishek Saha explains 5 vital secrets of Pacemaker Implantation in Kolkata\u2014including MRI-safe and Leadless options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines cannot \u201cspeed up\u201d a heart permanently. You need a new spark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dr. Avishek Saha<\/strong>, a specialist in cardiac electrophysiology, explains <strong>Pacemaker Implantation in Kolkata<\/strong>\u2014the tiny device that acts as a backup generator to keep your heart beating perfectly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. It\u2019s a Tiny \u201cClock,\u201d Not a Machine<\/strong> Heart rate too slow? Feeling dizzy? Dr. Avishek Saha explains 5 vital secrets of Pacemaker Implantation in Kolkata\u2014including MRI-safe and Leadless options.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Patients imagine a bulky box.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The Reality:<\/strong> Modern pacemakers are smaller than a matchbox and weigh just 20-30 grams.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Placement:<\/strong> Dr. Saha places it under the skin below your collarbone (Sub-Clavicular Pocket). It is invisible from the outside.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Function:<\/strong> It monitors your heart 24\/7. It only fires when your natural heart rate drops too low. If your heart beats normally, the device stays asleep (saving battery).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Single vs. Dual Chamber?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your doctor might mention \u201cSingle\u201d or \u201cDouble\u201d chamber.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Single Chamber:<\/strong> One wire. Used if only the bottom chamber is slow (mostly for Atrial Fibrillation patients).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dual Chamber (The Gold Standard):<\/strong> Two wires. One in the top chamber, one in the bottom.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Benefit:<\/strong> This mimics the natural \u201club-dub\u201d sequence of the heart, providing better blood flow and energy than a single chamber device.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. The New Era: \u201cConduction System Pacing\u201d (LBBP)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is where Dr. Saha\u2019s expertise shines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Old Way:<\/strong> Pacing from the right ventricle tip. This is easy but unnatural and can weaken the heart over 10 years.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dr. Saha\u2019s Way:<\/strong> He specializes in <strong>Left Bundle Branch Pacing (LBBP)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Secret:<\/strong> He screws the lead deep into the heart\u2019s <em>natural<\/em> wiring system. This makes the heart squeeze naturally, preserving its strength forever.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. MRI-Safe Forever<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cIf I get a pacemaker, can I ever get an MRI scan?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The Answer:<\/strong> Yes, if you choose the right device.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Tech:<\/strong> Dr. Saha exclusively implants <strong>MRI-Conditional Pacemakers<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Freedom:<\/strong> Whether you need a knee MRI or a brain scan 10 years from now, your device is 100% compatible.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Leadless Pacemakers (Micra)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For specific patients, Dr. Saha offers the futuristic <strong>\u201cLeadless Pacemaker.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The Tech:<\/strong> It is the size of a vitamin capsule.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Procedure:<\/strong> It is implanted directly inside the heart through the leg vein.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Advantage:<\/strong> No wires, no pocket under the skin, and no scar on the chest.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Verify Dr. Saha\u2019s Device Credentials:<\/strong> Pacemaker Implantation in Kolkata<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Manipal Hospitals:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.manipalhospitals.com\/mukundapur\/doctors\/dr-avishek-saha-interventional-cardiologist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Electrophysiology Profile<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fortis Healthcare:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fortishealthcare.com\/doctors\/dr-avishek-saha-13860\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pacemaker Specialist<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Iris Health Services:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/irishealthservices.com\/find-a-doctor\/dr-avisekh-saha\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Doctor Bio<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Practo:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.practo.com\/kolkata\/doctor\/dr-avishek-saha-cardiologist\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Verified Reviews for Pacing<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why Choose Dr. Avishek Saha?<\/strong> Pacemaker Implantation in Kolkata<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cosmetic Incision:<\/strong> He uses a \u201cSub-Cuticular\u201d suture technique. The incision is small, and the stitches dissolve on their own, leaving a barely visible scar.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lifetime Follow-up:<\/strong> A pacemaker lasts 10-12 years. Dr. Saha provides regular \u201cDevice Checks\u201d to monitor battery life and lead health.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Never Miss a Beat<\/strong> Pacemaker Implantation in Kolkata <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A slow heart makes you old before your time. Restore your rhythm and get your energy back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Consult the Pacing Expert<\/strong> <strong>\ud83d\udccd Visit:<\/strong> 26, Manohar Pukur Road, Kolkata \u2013 700029 <strong>\ud83d\udcde Call:<\/strong> +91 9874381872 <strong>\ud83d\udcc5 <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=\/book-now\">Check Your Pacemaker Eligibility<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/body>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you often feel dizzy or lightheaded? Have you actually fainted (Syncope) or had a \u201cblackout\u201d? Check your pulse. If it is consistently below 60 beats per minute, your heart\u2019s natural electrical generator (Sinus Node) might be failing. Heart rate too slow? Feeling dizzy? 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