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Published: April 11, 2023

Wireless pacemakers may be safe, effective for children with irregular heart rhythms

Smaller catheters to place the leadless pacemaker may expand its use as an option for more children with slow heartbeats, according to a new study in the Circulation: Arrhythmia and Electrophysiology journal
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