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85 Years Of Age And Having Slow Heart Beat. Can Pace Maker Operation Be Recommended?

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Posted on Wed, 2 Oct 2013
Question: My Grand Father aged 85 having slow heart beat.can you recommend pace maker operation at this age?.what is the best treatment for this?
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Answered by Dr. Shanthi E (3 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
this is normal with advancing age

Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXX

Having a slow heart rate at the age of 85 is normal. This is not a health concern. It is normal physiological change as age advances.

No, I would not recommend pacemaker operation at this age.

Leaving it as it is, is the best option. Do nothing about it.

Regards,
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85 Years Of Age And Having Slow Heart Beat. Can Pace Maker Operation Be Recommended?

Brief Answer:
this is normal with advancing age

Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXX

Having a slow heart rate at the age of 85 is normal. This is not a health concern. It is normal physiological change as age advances.

No, I would not recommend pacemaker operation at this age.

Leaving it as it is, is the best option. Do nothing about it.

Regards,