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Infections Involving Implantable Cardiac Devices
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What is the problem and what is known about it so far?
Implantable cardiac devices are electronic instruments placed under the skin, from which wires (called “leads”) go into the heart. These devices include pacemakers and cardioverter defibrillators, which are used to treat abnormal heart rhythms. Implantable cardiac …
