It was reported that this patient presented to their health care professional (hcp) for routine follow up post transcatheter aortic valve (tavr) replacement surgery.The hcp noted that during the tavr procedure, there was a three second pause observed on the electrocardiogram (ekg) as a result of oversensing noise.The noise was suspected to be a result of electrocautery use during the procedure.Additionally, it was noted that a magnet was not used during the procedure.Technical services (ts) was consulted and provided pacemaker surgical education guidance for future procedure where electrocautery use will be required.During the in-office visit, isometrics were performed and unable to reproduce noise.All diagnostic measurements were stable and the device didn't store any related episodes.Ts recommended to continue regular monitoring and device follow up.At this time, the device remains in service.No adverse patient effects were reported.
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