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Smart Transient Pacemaker Dissolves Into the Body After Use

When the pacemaker is no longer needed, it dissolves into the body and releases an anti-inflammatory drug.

Transient Pacemaker

A recent SciTechDaily article discussed an innovative new pacemaker that is implanted into the body, and then harmlessly dissolves after serving its purpose. The transient device was developed at Northwestern University, and is intended for patients who only require temporary pacing either after cardiac surgery or as they await a permanent pacemaker. The team behind the device unveiled a low-tech version last summer but just announced a smart version that contains sensors.

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