How long does a pacemaker last? How many can a person expect to have in a lifetime?
Pacemakers can last anywhere from 5 to 10 years or more – on the average about seven years. Device longevity depends upon how hard the battery inside the pacemaker has to work. This is affected by how much energy is required to pace the heart and how the system is programmed. Thanks to ongoing research and development, the life of pacemakers continues to increase as their size decreases, making them more comfortable for people.
