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treats a condition called Chronotropic Incompetence, which is the
inability of the heart to regulate its rate appropriately in response
to physical activity and emotional stress. Boston Scientific's MV
Blended sensor is the only sensor that has been shown to restore
Chronotropic Competence.
-- Ventricular Rate Regulation (VRR): This feature helps physicians manage
patients with frequent atrial arrythmias.
-- Automatic Capture: This capability is designed to offer automatic, safe
and accurate ventricular pulse management. The device checks every
heart beat to see if the lower chambers of the heart contract in
response to the delivered pulse. If no contraction is detected, a
backup pace with more energy is delivered.
The ALTRUA family of pacemakers is currently awaiting approval by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and is not available for sale in the United States.
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