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Implantable power-sources: a review.

W Greatbatch

    Journal of Medical Engineering & Technology
    |March 1, 1984
    PubMed
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    For 25 years, researchers sought reliable power sources for pacemakers. This led to advancements from zinc-mercury to lithium-based batteries, ensuring longer device longevity.

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    Area of Science:

    • Biomedical Engineering
    • Medical Device Technology

    Background:

    • The first pacemaker implantations occurred 25 years ago.
    • Early investigators focused on developing long-lasting power sources for pacemakers.
    • The goal was to match pacemaker lifespan with patient longevity.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To trace the 25-year progress of pacemaker power sources.
    • To acknowledge the contributions of researchers in this field.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of historical power generation, storage, and conservation methods for pacemakers.
    • Chronological analysis of battery technology transitions.

    Main Results:

    • An evolutionary path from zinc-mercury to lithium-iodine and lithium oxyhalide batteries.

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  • Exploration of rechargeable and nuclear batteries as alternative power sources.
  • Significant improvements in pacemaker power source reliability and longevity.

    • Conclusions:

    • The evolution of pacemaker power sources has been driven by a persistent search for longevity.
    • The medical profession has widely accepted modern implantable pacemakers due to power source advancements.
    • Continued innovation in battery technology is crucial for future implantable medical devices.