What does capture management automatically monitor?

Capture management automatically monitors pacing thresholds, which refers to the minimum electrical stimulation required to consistently result in myocardial depolarization and subsequent cardiac contraction. By continuously assessing pacing thresholds, the device can ensure that the pacemaker is delivering adequate electrical impulses to maintain effective heart rhythms. If a decline in the threshold is detected, the system can adjust its output to ensure consistent capture of the heart, which is critical for the patient’s well-being.

Pacing integrity refers to the overall functionality of the pacing lead and its ability to deliver stimulation correctly, while patient activity levels and battery status are important but do not pertain to the specific function of capture management. Monitoring pacing thresholds is vital to avoid potential loss of cardiac capture and ensure optimal treatment for the patient.