Tiny, Injectable Pacemaker Runs on Light and then Dissolves
Briefly

Researchers have unveiled a tiny, dissolvable temporary pacemaker that simplifies heart regulation post-surgery or during emergencies. Unlike traditional models requiring surgical installation and removal, this pacemaker can be injected using a needle, minimizing risks like bleeding. It contains two metal pads that stimulate heart contractions and function as a power source. This innovative design, smaller than a grain of rice, presents significant advantages for delicate patients such as newborns, potentially revolutionizing temporary cardiac care.
The new temporary pacemaker device, which is just a few millimeters long, can be injected with a needle, dissolves after use, and has no wires.
With minimal invasiveness, this innovative pacemaker can effectively stimulate heart contractions, making it particularly beneficial for delicate cases such as infants.
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