These outpatient surgical instructions are intended for patients undergoing a pacemaker implant, pacemaker generator replacement, or pacemaker lead revision. The document provides guidance on how to prepare for the procedure, what to expect on the day of surgery, and how to care for yourself after the procedure to support proper healing and device function.

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Publish Date or Last Revised January 29, 2026
Resource Type
  • Education: Patient / Caregiver
Therapeutic Area
Device Management
Management
Procedure / Surgery
Setting
Surgical
Quality Improvement Topic
Efficiency, Integrated / Multidisciplinary Care, Patient Adherence, Patient Centeredness, Safety, Technology and Device Management
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