Synchronized Biventricular Heart Pacing in a Closed-chest Porcine Model based on Wirelessly Powered Leadless Pacemakers
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About 30% of patients with impaired cardiac function have ventricular dyssynchrony and seek cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT). In this study, we demonstrate synchronized biventricular (BiV) pacing in a leadless fashion by implementing miniaturized and wirelessly powered pacemakers. With their flexible form factors, two pacemakers were implanted epicardially on the right and left ventricles of a porcine model and were inductively powered at 13.56 MHz and 40.68 MHz industrial, scientific, and medical (ISM) bands, respectively. The power consumption of these pacemakers is reduced to µW-level by a novel integrated circuit design, which considerably extends the maximum operating distance. Leadless BiV pacing is demonstrated for the first time in both open-chest and closed-chest porcine settings. The clinical outcomes associated with different interventricular delays are verified through electrophysiologic and hemodynamic responses. The closed-chest pacing only requires the external source power of 0.3 W and 0.8 W at 13.56 MHz and 40.68 MHz, respectively, which leads to specific absorption rates (SARs) 2-3 orders of magnitude lower than the safety regulation limit. This work serves as a basis for future wirelessly powered leadless pacemakers that address various cardiac resynchronization challenges.
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The proposed inductive coupling links at 13.56 MHz and 40.68 MHz produce SARs 2-3 orders of magnitude below the safety threshold.
“It is remarkable that unlike prior arts operating at hundreds of MHz4,6,7, the proposed inductive coupling links at 13.56 MHz and 40.68 MHz bands render SARs 2–3 orders of magnitude lower than the safety regulation threshold.”
Quote in the paperSubstantial claim1 of 3 sources checked- cites [4] Ho, J. S. et al. Wireless power transfer to deep-tissue microimplants. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences 111, 7974–7979 (2014). source
The Electromagnetic Region of Operation section identifies this paper’s operating frequency as 1.6 GHz, not 13.56 or 40.68 MHz. The Results report maximum 10-g SARs of 0.89 W/kg and 1.17 W/kg against a 10 W/kg threshold—roughly one order of magnitude lower, not two to three. The cited paper describes a different, higher-frequency system rather than the proposed links. (LLM, conf=0.91)
Checked by a reasoning model — may be wrong.
Experimental — accuracy not yet measured - cites [6] Lyu, H., Wang, J., La, J.-H., Chung, J. M. & Babakhani, A. An energy-efficient wirelessly powered millimeter-scale neurostimulator implant based on systematic codesign of an inductive loop antenna and a custom rectifier. IEEE transactions on biomedical circuits and systems 12, 1131–1143 (2018). source
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- Rests on an assumption: The SAR simulation using a male torso model is representative of human safety.
- Premisecitation
Earlier studies have tested wirelessly powered single-site cardiac pacing in rodent, rabbit, and open-chest porcine models.
“Prior studies have investigated wirelessly powered single-site cardiac pacing on rodent, rabbit and open-chest porcine models4,5,21.”
Quote in the paperSubstantial claim2 of 3 sources checked- cites [4] Ho, J. S. et al. Wireless power transfer to deep-tissue microimplants. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences 111, 7974–7979 (2014). source
- cites [5] Abiri, P. et al. Inductively powered wireless pacing via a miniature pacemaker and remote stimulation control system. Scientific Reports 7 (2017). source
- cites [21] Lyu, H. et al. Leadless multisite pacing: A feasibility study using wireless power transfer based on Langendorff rodent heart models. Journal of cardiovascular electrophysiology 29, 1588–1593 (2018). source
- Findingnone given
Two inductively powered leadless pacemakers were built to operate at 13.56 and 40.68 MHz ISM bands.
“In this work, we implement two inductively powered leadless pacemakers operating at 13.56 MHz and 40.68 MHz industrial, scientific, and medical (ISM) bands, respectively.”
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This work is the first to synchronize multiple leadless pacemakers in a closed-chest porcine model.
“This work takes a stride further to demonstrate the synchronization of multiple leadless pacemakers for the first time in a closed-chest porcine model.”
Quote in the paperSubstantial claim- Rests on an assumption: The porcine model is representative of human cardiac resynchronization physiology and clinical outcomes.
- Findingnone given
Closed-chest BiV pacing was demonstrated with SARs orders of magnitude below the safety limit.
“Closed-chest BiV pacing was further demonstrated with the specific absorption rate (SAR) orders of magnitude lower than the safety regulation limit.”
Quote in the paperSubstantial claim- Rests on an assumption: The SAR simulation using a male torso model is representative of human safety.
- Findingnone given
BiV pacing with zero offset produces QRS duration and hemodynamic response similar to the intrinsic non-pathologic heartbeat.
“BiV pacing with zero offset achieves a QRS duration and hemodynamic response comparable to those of the intrinsic non-pathologic heartbeat.”
Quote in the paperSubstantial claim- Rests on an assumption: The porcine model is representative of human cardiac resynchronization physiology and clinical outcomes.
- Rests on an assumption: Acute electrophysiologic and hemodynamic improvements in the porcine model predict chronic clinical benefit in humans.
- Findingown data
Atrial pacing yields an inherent VTI of 8.4 cm.
“The hemodynamics of atrial pacing is first recorded, which renders an inherent VTI of 8.4 cm (Fig. 5b).”
Quote in the paperSubstantial claim - Findingnone given
Closed-chest leadless BiV pacing was further validated.
“The closed-chest leadless BiV pacing was further validated.”
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BiV pacing with LV leading by 20 ms and 40 ms performs better than single-site RV and LV pacing.
“BiV pacing with LV leading by 20 ms and 40 ms also outperforms single-site RV and LV pacing.”
Quote in the paperSubstantial claim - Findingown data
These SARs are significantly below the 10 W/kg limit in IEEE Std C95.1-2005.
“The two links generate the maximum SARs of approximately 0.04 W/kg and 0.3 W/kg, respectively, as shown in Fig. 6i,j, which are significantly lower than the 10 W/kg limit according to IEEE Std C95.1–2005.”
Quote in the paperSubstantial claim0 of 1 sources checked- cites IEEE Std C95.1–2005
Couldn’t be matched to a paper in Crossref, so it can’t be checked.
- Rests on an assumption: The SAR simulation using a male torso model is representative of human safety.
- Findingown data
At 13.56 MHz, the 13.56 MHz pacemaker has 24 dB (251x) selectivity over the 40.68 MHz pacemaker.
“At 13.56 MHz, the selectivity of the 13.56 MHz pacemaker over the 40.68 MHz pacemaker is 24 dB (251x).”
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At 40.68 MHz, the 40.68 MHz pacemaker has 34 dB (2512x) selectivity over the 13.56 MHz pacemaker.
“Likely, at 40.68 MHz, the selectivity of the 40.68 MHz pacemaker over the 13.56 MHz pacemaker is 34 dB (2512x).”
Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim - Findingnone given
By selecting resonant frequencies, two pacemakers can be independently controlled during BiV pacing.
“Through resonant frequency selection, two pacemakers can be independently controlled in a BiV pacing setting.”
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RV pacing reduces VTI significantly to 5.8 cm.
“The VTI during RV pacing, a condition classically associated with increased mortality, shows a significant reduction to 5.8 cm (Fig. 5c).”
Quote in the paperSubstantial claim - Premisecitation
Current CRT approaches use several intracardiac leads to stimulate both ventricles in a coordinated order.
“Existing CRTs rely on the use of multiple intracardiac leads to pace both ventricles in a synchronized sequence12.”
Quote in the paperSubstantial claim0 of 1 sources checked- cites [12] Yu, C.-M. & Hayes, D. L. Cardiac resynchronization therapy: state of the art 2013. European heart journal 34, 1396–1403 (2013). source
- May combine two claims. 22
- Classified as probably not a substantial claim. 6
May combine two claims.
PremisecitationTransvenous leads are linked to complications including lead dislodgement, tricuspid valve dysfunction, and thromboembolism.
“Transvenous leads are also associated with various complications such as lead dislodgement15, tricuspid valve dysfunction16, and thromboembolism17, etc., which would be solved with leadless pacemaker technologies18–20.”
Quote in the paperSubstantial claim2 of 3 sources checked- cites [15] Udo, E. O. et al. Incidence and predictors of short-and long-term complications in pacemaker therapy: the FOLLOWPACE study. 9, 728–735 (2012). source
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Classified as probably not a substantial claim. May combine two claims.
PremisecitationWireless power transfer techniques can shrink the form factor and reduce invasiveness of implantable medical devices.
“While many remain battery-powered, wireless power transfer techniques can further reduce the form factor and invasiveness of these devices4–10.”
Quote in the paperSubstantial claim3 of 7 sources checked- cites [4] Ho, J. S. et al. Wireless power transfer to deep-tissue microimplants. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences 111, 7974–7979 (2014). sourceExperimental — accuracy not yet measured
- cites [5] Abiri, P. et al. Inductively powered wireless pacing via a miniature pacemaker and remote stimulation control system. Scientific Reports 7 (2017). sourceExperimental — accuracy not yet measured
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The device description reports a miniaturized implant with wireless power transfer, and Methods > Wireless communication describes a battery-free version. The device description also says its design avoids direct nerve interfaces and bladder incisions. Neither passage establishes that wireless power transfer itself reduces implant size or invasiveness relative to battery-powered devices. (LLM, conf=0.78)
Experimental — accuracy not yet measured
May combine two claims.
PremisecitationThe WiSE CRT system requires a standard dual-chamber pacemaker with only the LV wirelessly paced by ultrasound, which limits the benefits of leadless pacing.
“The current embodiment of this technology requires the use of a standard dual-chamber pacemaker with only the LV wirelessly paced via ultrasound power transfer, thus limiting the potential benefits of leadless pacing.”
Quote in the paperSubstantial claim1 of 2 sources checked- cites [34] Sieniewicz, B. J. et al. Guidance for optimal site selection of a leadless left ventricular endocardial electrode improves acute hemodynamic response and chronic remodeling. JACC: Clinical Electrophysiology 4, 860–868 (2018).
Couldn’t be matched to a paper in Crossref, so it can’t be checked.
- cites [35] Leo, M., Webster, D. & Betts, T. R. Acute electrical and hemodynamic effects of endocardial biventricular pacing using the Wi SE CRT system and conventional epicardial biventricular pacing. Journal of arrhythmia 34, 87–89 (2018). source
The Case Report (page unavailable) describes wireless ultrasound-powered LV stimulation used alongside a preimplanted RV pacing device, supporting the claim that only the LV was wirelessly paced in this case. It does not say that WiSE CRT requires a standard dual-chamber pacemaker or state that this arrangement limits the benefits of leadless pacing. (LLM, conf=0.85)
Experimental — accuracy not yet measured
May combine two claims.
Findingnone givenThe pacemaker has μW-level power consumption from a custom low-power IC and is built on a flexible polyimide substrate measuring 11 mm × 11 mm.
“The pacemaker features a µW-level power consumption enabled by a custom low-power IC and is implemented on a flexible polyimide substrate with a dimension of 11 mm × 11 mm.”
Quote in the paperSubstantial claimMay combine two claims.
Findingnone givenTwo such pacemakers were implanted epicardially on the RV and LV of a porcine model for synchronized BiV pacing with adjustable interventricular offsets.
“To demonstrate wireless CRT, two such pacemakers were epicardially implanted on the right ventricle (RV) and left ventricle (LV) in a porcine model for synchronized biventricular (BiV) pacing with controllable interventricular offsets.”
Quote in the paperSubstantial claimMay combine two claims.
Findingown dataThis work is the first demonstration of multisite CRT using batteryless and leadless pacemakers, with improved interventricular synchronization and cardiac stroke volumes.
“This work is the first demonstration of the multisite CRT based on batteryless and leadless pacemakers with improved clinical outcomes in both interventricular synchronization and cardiac stroke volumes.”
Quote in the paperSubstantial claim- Rests on an assumption: The porcine model is representative of human cardiac resynchronization physiology and clinical outcomes.
- Rests on an assumption: Acute electrophysiologic and hemodynamic improvements in the porcine model predict chronic clinical benefit in humans.
May combine two claims.
Findingown dataClosed-chest RV pacing and LV pacing were enabled with transmit power as low as 25 dBm (0.3 W) and 29 dBm (0.8 W), respectively.
“Closed-chest RV pacing and LV pacing were enabled with Tx power as low as 25 dBm (0.3 W) and 29 dBm (0.8 W), respectively.”
Quote in the paperSubstantial claimMay combine two claims.
Findingown dataThe fabricated pacemaker measures 11 mm × 11 mm and sits on a 25 μm thick flexible polyimide substrate that houses traces and the inductive coil.
“The device features an 11 mm × 11 mm dimension and resides on a 25 µm thick flexible polyimide substrate housing the traces and the inductive coil.”
Quote in the paperNot a substantial claimMay combine two claims.
Findingnone givenThe wirelessly powered pacemakers have μW-level power consumption and a miniaturized flexible form factor suitable for epicardial implantation.
“In summary, we report wirelessly powered pacemakers which feature µW-level power consumption and a miniaturized and flexible form factor that is suitable for epicardial implantation.”
Quote in the paperSubstantial claimMay combine two claims.
Findingown dataThe 13.56 MHz and 40.68 MHz links generate maximum SARs of approximately 0.04 W/kg and 0.3 W/kg, respectively.
“The two links generate the maximum SARs of approximately 0.04 W/kg and 0.3 W/kg, respectively, as shown in Fig. 6i,j, which are significantly lower than the 10 W/kg limit according to IEEE Std C95.1–2005.”
Quote in the paperSubstantial claim- Rests on an assumption: The SAR simulation using a male torso model is representative of human safety.
May combine two claims.
Findingown dataThe 13.56 MHz and 40.68 MHz links required transmit power of 0.3 W and 0.8 W, respectively, leading to SARs 2-3 orders of magnitude below the safety threshold.
“The 13.56 MHz and 40.68 MHz links only required the Tx power of 0.3 W and 0.8 W, respectively, which lead to SARs 2–3 orders of magnitude below the safety threshold.”
Quote in the paperSubstantial claim- Rests on an assumption: The SAR simulation using a male torso model is representative of human safety.
May combine two claims.
Findingown dataBiV pacing with RV leading by 40 ms worsens the result, suggesting conflict with inherent conduction.
“In contrast, BiV pacing with RV leading by 40 ms shows a worsened result, suggesting a contradiction to the inherent conduction.”
Quote in the paperSubstantial claimMay combine two claims.
Findingown dataRV pacing gives a QRS morphology with an initially positive vector, whereas LV pacing gives a negative initial vector.
“RV pacing results in a QRS morphology with an initially positive vector, while LV pacing features a negative initial vector.”
Quote in the paperNot a substantial claimMay combine two claims.
FindingreasoningEach pacemaker weighs about 90 mg because it has no battery.
“The weight of each pacemaker is only about 90 mg due to the elimination of batteries.”
Quote in the paperNot a substantial claimMay combine two claims.
Findingnone givenThis work demonstrates synchronized leadless pacing over multiple sites for the first time, and the approach may offer more flexibility and advantages in customizing CRTs for different individuals.
“The proposed work demonstrates synchronized leadless pacing over multiple sites for the first time, and this approach can potentially offer more flexibility and advantages in customizing CRTs for different individuals.”
Quote in the paperSubstantial claim- Rests on an assumption: The porcine model is representative of human cardiac resynchronization physiology and clinical outcomes.
May combine two claims.
Findingown dataThey were implanted on the RV and LV of a porcine model, successfully demonstrating leadless CRT.
“They were implanted on the RV and LV of a porcine model, respectively, which successfully demonstrated the leadless CRT.”
Quote in the paperSubstantial claim- Rests on an assumption: The porcine model is representative of human cardiac resynchronization physiology and clinical outcomes.
May combine two claims.
Findingown dataThe intrinsic non-pathologic heartbeat has a QRS duration of 60 ms, and BiV pacing with zero offset gives a similar value.
“The QRS duration of the intrinsic non-pathologic heartbeat is 60 ms and BiV pacing with zero offset renders a similar value.”
Quote in the paperSubstantial claimMay combine two claims.
Findingown dataBiV pacing with zero offset gives a VTI close to the inherent value, consistent with the QRS duration result.
“In contrast, BiV pacing with zero offset leads to a VTI close to the inherent value (Fig. 5d), which is consistent with the QRS duration result.”
Quote in the paperSubstantial claimMay combine two claims.
Findingown dataWith 1 W transmit power, the 40.68 MHz and 13.56 MHz links achieve maximum operating distances of 8.5 cm and 11 cm, respectively.
“With 1 W Tx power, 40.68 MHz and 13.56 MHz links render the maximum operating distance of 8.5 cm and 11 cm as shown in Fig. 3f,g, respectively.”
Quote in the paperSubstantial claimMay combine two claims.
Findingown dataDifferent pacing modalities were studied, and BiV pacing improved QRS duration and cardiac stroke volumes.
“Different pacing modalities, i.e., single-site pacing and BiV pacing with different offsets, were studied, and BiV pacing showed improvements in the QRS duration and cardiac stroke volumes.”
Quote in the paperSubstantial claim- Rests on an assumption: The porcine model is representative of human cardiac resynchronization physiology and clinical outcomes.
- Rests on an assumption: Acute electrophysiologic and hemodynamic improvements in the porcine model predict chronic clinical benefit in humans.
May combine two claims.
Findingown dataTwo pacemakers were implemented at 13.56 MHz and 40.68 MHz, achieving maximum operating distances of 11 cm and 8.5 cm from 1 W transmit coils.
“Two pacemakers were implemented at 13.56 MHz and 40.68 MHz ISM bands, demonstrating the maximum operating distance of 11 cm and 8.5 cm from 1 W Tx coils, respectively.”
Quote in the paperSubstantial claimMay combine two claims.
PremisecitationReported six-month nonresponder rates reach 32-43%, partly due to anatomic limits on lead positioning.
“While clinical improvements are generally achieved, six-month nonresponder rates have been reported to be as high as 32–43%11,13, which is partially attributed to anatomic constraints of lead positioning14.”
Quote in the paperSubstantial claim0 of 3 sources checked- cites [11] Abraham, W. T. et al. Cardiac resynchronization in chronic heart failure. New England Journal of Medicine 346, 1845–1853 (2002). source
- cites [13] Bristow, M. R. et al. Cardiac-resynchronization therapy with or without an implantable defibrillator in advanced chronic heart failure. The New England journal of medicine 2004, 2140–2150 (2004). source
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Probably not a substantial claim: may not pass S2 (checkable), S3 (load-bearing), S4 (based).
Interpretationnone givenThe wireless powering approach can be applied to other medical implants.
“The wireless powering strategy can be applied to various other medical implants as well.”
Quote in the paperNot a substantial claimProbably not a substantial claim: may not pass S3 (load-bearing).
PremisecitationAbout 30% of individuals with compromised heart function exhibit ventricular dyssynchrony and require CRT.
“About 30% of patients with impaired cardiac function have ventricular dyssynchrony and seek cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT).”
Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim0 of 1 sources checked- cites [11] Abraham, W. T. et al. Cardiac resynchronization in chronic heart failure. New England Journal of Medicine 346, 1845–1853 (2002). source
Probably not a substantial claim: may not pass S3 (load-bearing).
Study design and conductnone givenAll experiments and methods followed protocols approved by the IACUC of Texas Heart Institute.
“All experiments and methods were performed in accordance with the protocols approved by the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) of Texas Heart Institute.”
Quote in the paperNot a substantial claimProbably not a substantial claim: may not pass S2 (checkable).
InterpretationreasoningOur technology does not have those limitations.
“Our technology, however, does not have such limitations.”
Quote in the paperNot a substantial claimProbably not a substantial claim: may not pass S2 (checkable).
Interpretationown dataThe proposed batteryless and leadless pacing platform shows promise for advanced therapies in cardiac synchronization.
“The proposed batteryless and leadless pacing platform shows promise in providing advanced therapies in cardiac synchronization.”
Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim- Rests on an assumption: The porcine model is representative of human cardiac resynchronization physiology and clinical outcomes.
- Rests on an assumption: Acute electrophysiologic and hemodynamic improvements in the porcine model predict chronic clinical benefit in humans.
The paper relies on this without support.
The porcine model is representative of human cardiac resynchronization physiology and clinical outcomes.
“The clinical outcomes associated with different interventricular delays are verified through electrophysiologic and hemodynamic responses.”
The paper relies on this without support.
Acute electrophysiologic and hemodynamic improvements in the porcine model predict chronic clinical benefit in humans.
“The improved clinical outcome is verified through both electrophysiologic and hemodynamic studies.”
The paper relies on this without support.
The SAR simulation using a male torso model is representative of human safety.
“The SARs associated with the 13.56 MHz and 40.68 MHz links are investigated with the Tx coils positioned at 1 cm proximity to a male torso model.”
Self-check
Percentages, sums and reported differences re-computed from the paper’s own numbers.
Each contradiction between two passages listed here was confirmed by an independent check.
One SAR is less than two orders of magnitude below the limit
MinorThe reported 0.3 W/kg SAR is about 33 times below the stated 10 W/kg limit, or roughly 1.5 orders of magnitude-not the claimed 2-3 orders.
“The two links generate the maximum SARs of approximately 0.04 W/kg and 0.3 W/kg, respectively, as shown in Fig. 6i,j, which are significantly lower than the 10 W/kg limit according to IEEE Std C95.1–2005.”
“the proposed inductive coupling links at 13.56 MHz and 40.68 MHz bands render SARs 2–3 orders of magnitude lower than the safety regulation threshold.”
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- Authors
- Lyu, H., John, M., Burkland, D., Greet, B., Post, A., Babakhani, A., & Razavi, M.
- Affiliations
- University of California, Los Angeles (US)
- Baylor College of Medicine (US)
- Corresponding author
- Babakhani, Aydin
- Razavi, Mehdi
- Venue
- Scientific Reports
- Published
- 2020-02-07
- Volume
- 10
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 2067-2067
- ISSN
- 2045-2322 (ISSN-L)
- PMC
- PMC7005712
- OpenAlex
- W3005502734
- Cited by
- 51
- References
- 47
- Citations by year
- 2026: 3 · 2025: 12 · 2024: 11 · 2023: 6 · 2022: 9 · 2021: 8 · 2020: 2
- FWCI
- 3.87
- Type
- journal article
- Language
- en
- Update notices
- correction (2020-04-07)
- Open access
- gold
- doi.org
- Locations
- Scientific Reports (publishedVersion, cc-by)
- Europe PMC (PubMed Central) (publishedVersion, cc-by)
- PubMed Central (publishedVersion, cc-by)
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- DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals) (submittedVersion)
- eScholarship (California Digital Library) (submittedVersion)
- eScholarship (California Digital Library) (submittedVersion, cc-by)
- Topics
- Health Sciences › Medicine › Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine › Cardiac pacing and defibrillation studies
- Physical Sciences › Engineering › Electrical and Electronic Engineering › Wireless Power Transfer Systems
- Physical Sciences › Engineering › Biomedical Engineering › Wireless Body Area Networks
- Keywords
- cardiac resynchronization therapy, leadless pacemaker, wireless power transfer, inductive power transfer, ventricular dyssynchrony, porcine model, ISM band, power consumption, specific absorption rate, interventricular delay, hemodynamics
- MeSH terms
- Animals, Disease Models, Animal, Electrocardiography, Equipment Design, Female, Electric Power Supplies, Swine, Defibrillators, Implantable, Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Devices, Wireless Technology
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