DefinitionA pacemaker is a small, battery-operated device that senses when your heart is beating irregularly or too slowly. It sends a signal to your heart that makes your heart beat at the correct pace.Alternative NamesCardiac pacemaker implantation; Artificial pacemaker; Permanent pacemaker; Internal pacemaker; Cardiac resynchronization therapy; CRT; Biventricular pacemakerDescriptionNewer pacemakers weigh as little as 1 ounce. A pacemaker usually has 2 parts:The generator contains the battery and the information to control the heartbeat.The leads are wires that connect the heart to the generator and carry the electrical messages to the heart.A pacemaker must be implanted under the skin. This procedure usually takes about 1 hour. You will be given a sedative to help you relax. You will b