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The pacemaker market is a segment of the cardiovascular devices industry. It is composed of medical devices used to regulate the beating of the heart. Pacemakers are implanted in patients with arrhythmia, a condition in which the heart beats too slowly, too quickly, or irregularly. Pacemakers are designed to detect and respond to abnormal heart rhythms, sending electrical signals to the heart to restore a normal rhythm. Pacemakers are typically implanted in the chest, and are connected to the heart via wires. They are powered by a battery, and can be programmed to respond to different heart rhythms. Pacemakers are also used to treat heart failure, and can be used to monitor the heart's activity. The pacemaker market is highly competitive, with a number of companies offering a range of products. Some of the major players in the market include Medtronic, St. Jude Medical, Boston Scientific, Biotronik, Sorin Group, and LivaNova. Show Less Read more