Improving implant training for physicians and their teams in under-represented regions
EUROPEAN HEART JOURNAL SUPPLEMENTS, vol.25, 2023 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus)
- Publication Type: Article / Article
- Volume: 25
- Publication Date: 2023
- Doi Number: 10.1093/eurheartjsupp/suad134
- Journal Name: EUROPEAN HEART JOURNAL SUPPLEMENTS
- Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus, CAB Abstracts, EMBASE
- Keywords: LMICs, Bradycardia, Pacemaker, Implant training, Simulator-based training
- Open Archive Collection: AVESIS Open Access Collection
- Dokuz Eylül University Affiliated: Yes
Abstract
The burden of cardiovascular disease is increasing globally, with low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) absorbing most of the burden while lacking the necessary healthcare infrastructure to combat the increase. In particular, the disparity in pacemaker implants between high-income countries and LMICs is glaring, partially spurned by reduced numbers of physicians and supporting staff who are trained in pacemaker implant technique. Herein, we will discuss current pacemaker implant training models, outline training frameworks that can be applied to underserved regions, and review adjunctive training techniques that can help supplement traditional training models in LMICs.