What Is a Pacemaker?

Author/s: 
Albert Liu, Gregory M. Marcus
Date Added: 
July 1, 2025
Journal/Publication: 
JAMA
Publication Date: 
June 5, 2025
Type: 
Patient Education Materials
Format: 
Article
DOI (1): 
10.1001/jama.2025.5887
PMID (1): 
40471556

RPR Commentary

Information for patients about pacemakers. James W. Mold, MD, MPH

Abstract

This JAMA Patient Page describes the body’s heart rhythm and the role of electronic pacemaker devices in maintaining heart rhythm for patients with certain conditions.

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