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A pacemaker type of device implanted under the skin of the abdomen helps in controlling Type-2 Diabetes by sending out electrical impulses to the muscles of the stomach.
New Stomach Pacemaker Helps Reduce Appetite
A novel device which mimics the functions of a pacemaker has been developed for the stomach, in order to help reduce appetite.
A novel device which mimics the functions of a pacemaker has been developed for the stomach, in order to help reduce appetite.
A remote control is provided whereby the doctors can adjust electrical signals according to patient’s requirements. The patient can also recharge the device by placing a wireless charger on the stomach for 45 minutes once in a week.
Boffins Recommend Brain Pacemakers To Battle Depression
Brain pacemakers are already being used to treat Parkinson's disease patients. Now, a new study has suggested that this deep brain stimulation technique could effectively
Brain pacemakers are already being used to treat Parkinson's disease patients. Now, a new study has suggested that this deep brain stimulation technique could effectively
Medtronic's First MRI-safe Pacemaker Gets FDA Approval
The US Food and Drug Administration on Monday approved the first pacemaker system -- produced by medical device giant Medtronic Inc.
The US Food and Drug Administration on Monday approved the first pacemaker system -- produced by medical device giant Medtronic Inc.
Bulimia Misdiagnosis Leads to Stomach Pacemaker
A 14-year old girl who was misdiagnosed with bulimia is now able to eat after being fitted with a stomach pacemaker.
A 14-year old girl who was misdiagnosed with bulimia is now able to eat after being fitted with a stomach pacemaker.
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