Pacemaker Implantation in Hyderabad
A pacemaker is one of the most reliable and effective treatments in cardiology — a small device that silently monitors your heart rhythm and delivers a gentle electrical signal the moment it detects that the heart is beating too slowly or has paused. At AIG Hospitals, Gachibowli, Dr. Bhishma Chowdary performs permanent pacemaker implantation using the latest device technology, with a minimally invasive technique that allows most patients to go home the following day.
At a Glance
| Procedure type | Device implantation — minimally invasive |
| Condition treated | Bradycardia, heart block, sick sinus syndrome, and other slow rhythm disorders |
| Duration | 1 to 2 hours |
| Anaesthesia | Local anaesthesia + conscious sedation. Awake throughout. |
| Incision | Small cut (~4 cm) below the left collarbone |
| Hospital stay | 1 to 2 nights |
| Recovery | Desk work within 1 week. Full activity within 4 to 6 weeks. |
| Battery life | 8 to 12 years (device-dependent) |
| Follow-up | 6 weeks, then every 6 to 12 months. Remote monitoring available |
| Performed by | Dr. Bhishma Chowdary, DM Cardiology, AIG Hospitals Hyderabad |
| Appointment | +91-9000352998 |
What is a pacemaker?
The heart has its own natural electrical system. A specialised cluster of cells in the upper right chamber — the sinus node — generates a regular electrical impulse that spreads through the heart muscle, triggering each heartbeat in an orderly sequence. A normal resting heart rate is 60 to 100 beats per minute.
When this electrical system malfunctions — due to ageing, heart disease, medication effects, or structural heart conditions — the heart may beat too slowly (bradycardia), pause unexpectedly, or fail to coordinate its chambers properly. This can cause symptoms ranging from fatigue and dizziness to blackouts and, in severe cases, cardiac arrest.