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  1. Pacemaker - Mayo Clinic

    Jun 4, 2025 · A pacemaker is a device used to control an irregular heart rhythm. A pacemaker has flexible wires called leads. The wires are placed in one or more chambers of the heart. They deliver …

  2. Pacemaker Guide: Implantation, Surgery, and Living With It

    Sep 23, 2024 · A pacemaker is a small device that helps regulate heart rate and rhythm by sending electrical impulses to the heart muscle. Learn how it works.

  3. Pacemaker - Wikipedia

    A pacemaker, also known as an artificial cardiac pacemaker, is an implanted medical device that generates electrical pulses delivered by electrodes to one or more of the chambers of the heart.

  4. Pacemaker - American Heart Association

    Oct 29, 2024 · A pacemaker is a small, battery-operated device that helps the heart beat in a regular rhythm. Traditional pacemakers have three parts: a generator, wires (leads) and sensors (electrodes).

  5. Who Should Get a Pacemaker and What to Know About Living With One

    Feb 6, 2026 · Health Matters spoke with Dr. Slotwiner about who can benefit from a pacemaker, what to expect from the implant procedure, and what to know about living with the device. Why do some …

  6. 7 Signs You Need a Pacemaker - Cleveland Clinic Health Essentials

    Jul 11, 2025 · What’s it like having a pacemaker? Getting a pacemaker might sound intimidating, but the process is simpler and more routine than you might expect.

  7. Pacemakers: Surgery, Types and How They Work for Heart Health

    Jul 9, 2025 · Read on to learn more about pacemaker surgery, types of pacemakers and how a pacemaker can improve your heart health.

  8. Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators | MedlinePlus

    Aug 12, 2025 · Pacemakers and implantable defibrillators are devices that monitor and help control abnormal heart rhythms. Learn who needs one, and how they work.

  9. Pacemaker: Types, Procedure, Precautions, and More - Healthline

    Nov 25, 2021 · What is a pacemaker? A pacemaker is an electric medical device that’s generally about the size of a matchbox. A surgeon implants it under your skin to help manage irregular heartbeats …

  10. How Does a Pacemaker Work? - Verywell Health

    Oct 16, 2025 · Learn what pacemakers are and how they work, as well as the signs that your pacemaker needs to be replaced.