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How Long Does A Pacemaker Function?
I have had a pacemaker since 2008 and the batter could stop at any time , my doctor said the pacemaker is on 100% of the time now keeping my heart pumping and I also have Afib and take meds to slow it down . Just what will happen when the battery s stop working ?
Thu, 30 Apr 2020
Hello,
Pacemaker generally work for 10 year and annual pacemaker checkup let you no the battery status and afterwards battery can be replaced.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Bhanu Partap, Cardiologist
Pacemaker generally work for 10 year and annual pacemaker checkup let you no the battery status and afterwards battery can be replaced.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Bhanu Partap, Cardiologist
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