Predictive value of SF-12 in assessing quality of life and clinical outcomes after permanent pacemaker implantation: A comparative study between physiological and conventional pacing techniques

Valor predictivo del SF-12 en la evaluación de la calidad de vida y los resultados clínicos tras la implantación de un marcapasos permanente: un estudio comparativo entre técnicas de estimulación fisiológica y convencional

Resumen

Background: Permanent pacemaker (PPM) implantation is a widely utilized treatment for patients with bradyarrhythmia. While conventional pacing is effective, it may result in electrical desynchrony and impaired cardiac function. In contrast, physiological pacing aims to preserve the heart’s native conduction pathways, potentially offering improved clinical outcomes. Assessing quality of life (QoL) is essential not only for monitoring patient well-being but also for identifying individuals at increased risk of adverse events. The Short Form-12 (SF-12) questionnaire offers a concise, validated tool for assessing physical and mental health domains, and may serve as an early predictor of clinical outcomes. This study aimed to evaluate the predictive value of SF-12 in assessing QoL and clinical outcomes in patients undergoing PPM implantation, comparing conventional versus physiological pacing techniques.