A pacemaker system has two parts, and each plays a role in treatment. The pacemaker leads are thin, insulated wires that carry electrical signals back and forth between the device and the heart. The leads can sense when the heart is beating too slowly and needs treatment.
What Happens After the Procedure?
The pacemaker implant experience can vary from one person to another. Some people stay in the hospital overnight, while others go home the same day as the procedure. There is usually tenderness at the incision site, just as there is any time you have stitches. However, most people have a fairly quick recovery.
How Often Will My Device Be Checked?
You may have an a few weeks after the procedure so that your doctor or nurse can make sure your incision site is healing well. Many people with a pacemaker have an improved quality of life since the device helps relieve symptoms of a slow heart rate.
