A review of optical pacing with infrared light

作者:Ford S. M.*; Watanabe M.; Jenkins M. W.
来源:Journal of Neural Engineering, 2018, 15(1): 011001.
DOI:10.1088/1741-2552/aa795f

摘要

Optical pacing (OP) uses pulsed infrared light to initiate heartbeats in electrically excitable cardiac tissues without employing exogenous agents. OP is an alternative approach to electrical pacing that may overcome some its disadvantages for some applications. In this review, we discuss the initial demonstrations, mechanisms, safety, advantages and applications of OP.

  • 出版日期2018-2