"About one percent of children are born with congenital heart defects. The good news is that these children only need temporary pacing after a surgery."
"Now, we can place this tiny pacemaker on a child's heart and stimulate it with a soft, gentle, wearable device. And no additional surgery is necessary to remove it."
Northwestern University engineers have created an injectable pacemaker that fits within a syringe tip, providing a non-surgical solution for patients needing short-term heart assistance. Designed mainly for newborns with congenital heart defects, this temporary pacemaker dissolves after use and is activated by light from a wearable device. Despite its miniature size, it can deliver sufficient stimulation comparable to larger models, aiding hearts of all sizes. This innovation represents a significant step in pediatric cardiac care, allowing essential support without the need for additional surgery after implantation.
Read at Engadget
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