More than 1 million million permanent pacemakers (PPMs) are implanted worldwide annually. Around 100,000 devices are implanted annually in Germany, and only over 20,000 in India. PatientsEngage team answers the frequently asked questions on Pacemakers so people can make informed decisions.
What is a pacemaker?
A pacemaker is a small device used to correct our heart rate when it is slower than the normal heart rate (known as bradycardia). It is implanted through a surgery in the chest or abdomen…
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