artificial pacemaker

noun

Meaning

A small electronic medical device implanted in the chest to regulate the heart's electrical pulses.

Examples

The surgeon successfully installed the artificial pacemaker to correct the patient's chronic bradycardia.
Living with an artificial pacemaker requires regular check-ups to monitor the battery life and lead integrity.

Synonyms: pacemaker, cardiac pacer, implantable device, heart regulator

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artificial pacemaker

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌɑːrtɪˈfɪʃəl ˈpeɪsˌmeɪkər/

Definition

A small electronic medical device implanted in the chest to regulate the heart's electrical pulses.

Examples

The surgeon successfully installed the artificial pacemaker to correct the patient's chronic bradycardia.
Living with an artificial pacemaker requires regular check-ups to monitor the battery life and lead integrity.

Synonyms of artificial pacemaker

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