CIS Is First In Louisiana to Use the Aveir Leadless Pacemaker

July 18, 2022 - BATON ROUGE– Dr. Robert Drennan, electrophysiologist at Cardiovascular Institute of the South (CIS), is the first in Louisiana to use the Abbott Aveir™ VR Leadless Pacemaker to treat abnormal heart rhythm. The procedure took place in the catheterization laboratory at Baton Rouge General Medical Center on July 15. 

A leadless pacemaker a small, battery-powered device with no wires that sends mild, painless electrical signals to the heart to keep it in regular rhythm. Manufactured by Abbott, the Aveir™ Leadless Pacemaker (LP) is the next evolution in leadless technology that has been designed for chronic retrieval using a dedicated retrieval catheter. At just 38mm and smaller than a AAA battery, the Aveir™ LP features twice the projected battery life at 10.3 years and brings fewer lead-related complications compared to transvenous pacemakers with wires. It also offers mapping capability prior to fixation to help reduce the number of repositioning attempts, and provides an expandable platform to later support a dual chamber pacing system, once regulatory approved. 

“We want our patients to not only live longer, but better,” said Dr. Drennan. “This device offers many advantages to patients in need of a pacemaker, with fewer post-implant restrictions and no lead-related complications to give them a better quality of life moving forward. It also gives the patient and the physician the ability to upgrade as technology continues to advance.

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About Cardiovascular Institute of the South

Founded by Dr. Craig Walker in 1983, Cardiovascular Institute of the South (CIS) is a world-leader in preventing, detecting and treating cardiovascular and peripheral vascular disease. CIS offers a comprehensive heart and vascular program with expert physicians trained in many specialties, including internal medicine, nuclear cardiology, electrophysiology, lipid management, coronary artery disease, peripheral vascular disease, valve disease, venous disease and interventional procedures. CIS has earned international acclaim as a pioneer of research, development and education, as well as an innovator in the treatment of peripheral vascular disease. With a dedicated team of more than 1,075 team members, CIS provides comprehensive cardiovascular care at 22 locations across Louisiana and Mississippi, with 10 telemedicine programs. CIS has also been recognized by Modern Healthcare as a Best Place to Work in Healthcare for three years in a row. CIS remains at the forefront of technology, providing the highest-quality, compassionate care. This mission has guided the institute for more than 38 years of excellence.  For more information about CIS, call 1-800-425-2565 or visit www.cardio.com.