Upgrading a patient from an existing permanent pacemaker or implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) to a cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) device can be successfully and safely done in the ...

Boston Scientific has begun a clinical trial of its first modular cardiac rhythm implant system. It consists of a leadless pacemaker and an implantable cardioverter defibrillator—two separate devices ...

Dr. Friedman answers the question: 'Types Of Pacemakers, Best Candidates?' — -- Question: What are the different kinds of pacemakers and is there a special kind for each person? Answer :A ...

Doctors perform a number of different outpatient heart procedures, including angioplasty, stenting, pacemaker implantation, and others. If you have a heart condition, your doctor might recommend an ...

HARRISBURG, Pa. (KDKA) - Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. John Fetterman, a top Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate, underwent a procedure to implant a pacemaker with a defibrillator after he had a stroke.

Dr. Olshansky answers the question: 'Hunting With Pacemaker Or Defibrillator?' — -- Question: Can I continue to hunt if I get a pacemaker or defibrillator, and if so, what changes should I make?