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Loop Recorder Insertion

Anesthesia Implications

Clinically reviewed by anesthesia providers · Updated

Position : Supine, one arm extended, one arm tucked
Time : 5-30 min (very short)
Blood Loss : Very Low (5-10 ml)
Maintenance Paralytic : No

Anesthetic Approaches

1MAC
The Surgery

After localizing, a small incision (1-2 inches) is made in the subcutaneous tissue of the chest wall. A loop recorder is then slid under the skin and secured into the pocket. The surgeon then inserts...

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