Surgeons from the CHU and Clinique Pasteur in Toulouse teamed to implant a pacemaker 10 times smaller than the conventional model, claimed to be the world's smallest. Capable of being introduced into the heart via the venal system it has retractable anchors which enable the device to be fixed within the heart without causing damage en route.
The surgeons believe the risk of complications is much reduced and expect with normal use that the pacemaker will function for about 10 years.
In a separate story, 11 rooms had to be evacuated at the Pasteur when a fire was discovered - no one was hurt and there was no damage. We wonder if the newly transplanted patient was enjoying a secret smoke!
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