In a recent discovery, scientists have invented a new-age pacemaker which is the size of a rice grain. The device was designed in the lab of John Rogers at Northwestern University. This could be a huge advancement in medical science, as it will dissolve after completing its task, unlike the ones in use now. These temporary pacemakers will be prove fruitful in paediatric surgeries. &nbsp;
Talking about the invention, John Rogers said, &ldquo;We've been working on this technology for a long time, and the clinical use cases that we're exploring now, this temporary pacemaker being a good example of that, have been brought to us by the clinical community. So, it's much more of a clinical pull than it is a technology push, and that's kind of where we like to operate.&rdquo;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/web-stories/science-technology/beyond-our-understanding-of-science-astronomers-detect-strange-activity-in-hydra-cluster-8760081">'Beyond our understanding of science': Astronomers detect strange activity in Hydra cluster</a>
The research and the findings have been published in the Nature journal. In a podcast by the university, Rogers shared, "When a patient undergoes heart surgery, there&rsquo;s often a need to temporarily pace the heart to ensure it maintains a safe rhythm during recovery. Traditional temporary pacemakers use bulky wires and external devices, which can be cumbersome and uncomfortable. More concerning is the risk of complications when the pacemaker leads need to be removed, particularly if scar tissue has formed, potentially causing internal bleeding and serious harm."
He further explains how this bioresorbable pacemaker aims to do away with the risks that the currently in-use device attaches to it. The device is designed in a way that it will ultimately dissolve in the patient's body once the set task is complete. With this, the painful extraction process can be avoided, further reducing the risk of complications, which include tearing healthy cardiac tissue.
Rogers estimates that the device may be used in clinical trials in five years.

In a recent discovery, scientists have invented a new-age pacemaker which is the size of a rice grain. The device was designed in the lab of John Rogers at Northwestern University. Science & Tech

In a recent discovery, scientists have invented a new-age pacemaker which is the size of a rice grain. The device was designed in the lab of John Rogers at Northwestern University. This could be a huge advancement in medical science, as it will dissolve after completing its task, unlike the ones in use now. These temporary pacemakers will be prove fruitful in paediatric surgeries. Talking about the invention, John Rogers said, “We've been working on this technology for a long time, and the clinical use cases that we're exploring now, this temporary pacemaker being a good example of that, have been brought to us by the clinical community. So, it's much more of a clinical pull than it is a technology push, and that's kind of where we like to operate.” Also read: 'Beyond our understanding of science': Astronomers detect strange activity in Hydra cluster The research and the findings have been published in the Nature journal. In a podcast by the university, Rogers shared, "When a patient undergoes heart surgery, there’s often a need to temporarily pace the heart to ensure it maintains a safe rhythm during recovery. Traditional temporary pacemakers use bulky wires and external devices, which can be cumbersome and uncomfortable. More concerning is the risk of complications when the pacemaker leads need to be removed, particularly if scar tissue has formed, potentially causing internal bleeding and serious harm." He further explains how this bioresorbable pacemaker aims to do away with the risks that the currently in-use device attaches to it. The device is designed in a way that it will ultimately dissolve in the patient's body once the set task is complete. With this, the painful extraction process can be avoided, further reducing the risk of complications, which include tearing healthy cardiac tissue. Rogers estimates that the device may be used in clinical trials in five years.

Breakthrough invention: World's smallest pacemaker is smaller than a grain of rice

Scientists said Wednesday they have developed the world's tiniest pacemaker, a temporary heartbeat regulator smaller than a grain of rice that can be injected and controlled by light before dissolving. Watch to know more!

World's smallest Pacemaker is size of a rice grain, to offer new offer for infants

Can 'deep brain stimulation' help deal with depression? It is being tested as a treatment for people with a severe form of depression. The treatment involves implanting electrodes in the brain. It is being compared to a pacemaker for the brain. Molly Gambhir telling you more.

Gravitas | Do we finally have a cure for depression?

Bejamin Netanyahu, the prime minister of Israel, will have surgery to implant a cardiac pacemaker. He made this claim in a video statement made available by his office. The Parliament is getting ready to vote on a bill on Monday that would limit the Supreme Court's authority.

Israeli PM Netanyahu to undergo surgery, get cardiac pacemaker overnight

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been reported to be in a good state of health after undergoing an overnight&nbsp;pacemaker implantation surgery, said the Sheba Medical Centre on&nbsp;Sunday (July 23). "He will remain under medical supervision in the cardiology department," the hospital,&nbsp;in a statement, said.&nbsp;

Netanyahu had earlier announced that he will be undergoing surgery for the implant of a pacemaker,&nbsp;hours before lawmakers are scheduled to debate over the controversial judicial reform bill which has been strongly protested by tens of thousands of protesters. 
 
The judicial revamp which has been proposed by the hard-right government of Netanyahu has left the nation divided and ignited one of the biggest protest movements in the history of Israel, which started in January.

<h2>Netanyahu to get discharged in time for a crucial vote on judicial reforms</h2>

Netanyahu announced his surgery and said that he will be discharged in time by the hospital for a key vote on the judicial reforms. 
 
“A week ago I was fitted with a monitoring device. That device beeped this evening and said I must receive a pacemaker and that I must do this already tonight,” said Netanyahu, in a video statement which was released late on Saturday (July 22) by his office. “I feel great, but I need to listen to my doctors,” he added.

ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/from-tel-aviv-to-jerusalem-thousands-of-israelis-march-against-judicial-overhaul-ahead-of-vote-618476">From Tel Aviv to Jerusalem: Thousands of Israelis march against judicial overhaul ahead of vote</a>

In the video, 73-year-old Netanyahu was seen standing and smiling. He stated that the doctors have assured him that the hospital would discharge him “tomorrow afternoon”. 
 
"The doctors tell me that I will be free and I will be released from the hospital tomorrow afternoon and will be able to go to the Knesset to vote," the prime minister stated. Netanyahu’s office said that he will be placed by Justice Minister Yariv Levin during the procedure.

<h2>Netanyahu's underlying health issues</h2>

The prime minister was hospitalised a week ago after he complained of dizziness and was discharged after one night from the same medical centre.

WATCH |&nbsp;Israel: Police use water cannons to disperse protesters flocking the streets

<div class="videoWrapper trancodeVideo"><iframe allowfullscreen="" autoplay="1" class="includeVideo" frameborder="0" height="350" src="https://www.wionews.com/videos/israel-police-use-water-cannons-to-disperse-protesters-flocking-the-streets-618442/embed" style="width:100%;max-width:560px;" width="560"></iframe></div>

The latest health scare for Netanyahu comes at a time when debate over reforms bill is due in the parliament, which will be followed by voting on Monday (July 24). The final voting will take place on the key "reasonability" clause through which government decisions can be struck down by the judges. 
 
The government of Netanyahu plans to curb the powers of the Supreme Court granted under this clause, adding that the changes are important for ensuring a better balance of power.

(With inputs from agencies)

You can&nbsp;now write for&nbsp;wionews.com&nbsp;and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/content-contribution-registration-form">here</a>.

WATCH WION LIVE HERE

<iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" data-gtm-yt-inspected-19="true" data-gtm-yt-inspected-24="true" data-gtm-yt-inspected-31="true" frameborder="0" height="350" src="https://www.wionews.com/live-tv/embed?autoplay=1&amp;mute=1" width="100%"></iframe>

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been reported to be in a good state of health after undergoing an overnight pacemaker implantation surgery, said the Sheba Medical Centre on Sunday (July 23).

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been reported to be in a good state of health after undergoing an overnight pacemaker implantation surgery, said the Sheba Medical Centre on Sunday (July 23). "He will remain under medical supervision in the cardiology department," the hospital, in a statement, said. Netanyahu had earlier announced that he will be undergoing surgery for the implant of a pacemaker, hours before lawmakers are scheduled to debate over the controversial judicial reform bill which has been strongly protested by tens of thousands of protesters. The judicial revamp which has been proposed by the hard-right government of Netanyahu has left the nation divided and ignited one of the biggest protest movements in the history of Israel, which started in January. Netanyahu to get discharged in time for a crucial vote on judicial reforms Netanyahu announced his surgery and said that he will be discharged in time by the hospital for a key vote on the judicial reforms. “A week ago I was fitted with a monitoring device. That device beeped this evening and said I must receive a pacemaker and that I must do this already tonight,” said Netanyahu, in a video statement which was released late on Saturday (July 22) by his office. “I feel great, but I need to listen to my doctors,” he added. ALSO READ | From Tel Aviv to Jerusalem: Thousands of Israelis march against judicial overhaul ahead of vote In the video, 73-year-old Netanyahu was seen standing and smiling. He stated that the doctors have assured him that the hospital would discharge him “tomorrow afternoon”. "The doctors tell me that I will be free and I will be released from the hospital tomorrow afternoon and will be able to go to the Knesset to vote," the prime minister stated. Netanyahu’s office said that he will be placed by Justice Minister Yariv Levin during the procedure. Netanyahu's underlying health issues The prime minister was hospitalised a week ago after he complained of dizziness and was discharged after one night from the same medical centre. WATCH | Israel: Police use water cannons to disperse protesters flocking the streets The latest health scare for Netanyahu comes at a time when debate over reforms bill is due in the parliament, which will be followed by voting on Monday (July 24). The final voting will take place on the key "reasonability" clause through which government decisions can be struck down by the judges. The government of Netanyahu plans to curb the powers of the Supreme Court granted under this clause, adding that the changes are important for ensuring a better balance of power. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Netanyahu undergoes pacemaker surgery ahead of crucial voting on judicial reforms

pacemaker

Pacemaker, News on Pacemaker, stories on Pacemaker, articles on Pacemaker, Pacemaker stories at Wion, Pacemaker news, Pacemaker latest news