The Pacemaker

GPTKB entity

Statements (34)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf medical device
gptkbp:affects strong electromagnetic fields
gptkbp:approvedBy gptkb:FDA
gptkbp:canBe permanent
temporary
leadless
dual-chamber
single-chamber
MRI-compatible
biventricular
gptkbp:connects heart
gptkbp:deliveredBy electrical impulses
gptkbp:first_implanted 1958
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gptkbp:implanted_in chest
gptkbp:improves quality of life
gptkbp:inventedBy gptkb:Paul_Zoll
gptkb:Rune_Elmqvist
gptkbp:lifespan 5-15 years
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Medtronic
gptkb:Abbott_Laboratories
gptkb:Boston_Scientific
gptkbp:monitors heart rate
cardiologist
gptkbp:provides gptkb:battery
gptkbp:reduces risk of sudden cardiac arrest
gptkbp:regulates sensors
gptkbp:requires replacement
surgical implantation
regular check-ups
gptkbp:treatment gptkb:arrhythmia
gptkbp:usedFor regulating heart rhythm
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Penn_Central
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6