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Current status of pacemaker power sources.

G F Tyers, R R Brownlee

    The Annals of Thoracic Surgery
    |June 1, 1978
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Pacemaker power sources have diversified beyond traditional designs, offering various battery chemistries and construction methods. New options promise at least 5 years of continuous pacing, with 10-year longevity becoming probable.

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    Area of Science:

    • Biomedical Engineering
    • Materials Science

    Background:

    • Historically, pacemaker technology relied on limited, similar power source designs from few manufacturers.
    • Recent advancements have introduced a wide array of power sources, including lithium, halogen, rechargeable, and nuclear options.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To inform physicians about the expanding variety of pacemaker power sources.
    • To guide informed selection and management of pacemaker power sources, including recalls.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of available pacemaker power source technologies.
    • Analysis of battery chemistries, construction methods, and sealing techniques.
    • Evaluation of long-term pacing capabilities.

    Main Results:

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  • A broad spectrum of pacemaker power sources with diverse chemistries and construction is now available.
  • All new power sources, when paired with hermetically sealed pulse generators, offer a minimum of 5 years of continuous pacing.
  • 10-year pacemaker longevity is an emerging probability.

    • Conclusions:

    • Physicians require updated knowledge to navigate the diverse pacemaker power source landscape.
    • Current advancements suggest improved longevity and reliability in pacemaker technology.
    • Further experience is needed to definitively establish the long-term superiority of specific new power sources.