Table 2 Pacing versus pharmacological stress echocardiography.
| Â | PACEMAKER | PHARMACOLOGICAL |
|---|---|---|
Modes | Noninvasive PM (transesophageal) | Vasodilation (dob) |
Patient tolerability | Very high | High |
Stress imaging time | 5 to 10' | 10 to 20' |
Safety | Very high | High |
Intravenous line | Usually not required | Required |
Echo interpretation | More difficult in ventricular paced | Easier |
Clinical experience | Initial | Extensive |
Applicability | Pts with permanent pacemaker | All patients |