A leadless pacemaker is a small, self-contained device that is implanted directly into the heart to help regulate the heartbeat. Unlike traditional pacemakers that require wires (leads) to be inserted through a vein and into the heart, a leadless pacemaker is about the size of a large vitamin capsule and is implanted directly into the heart muscle.

The procedure to implant a leadless pacemaker is minimally invasive and typically takes less than an hour. The patient will be given a sedative and a local anesthetic to numb the area where the pacemaker will be implanted. The doctor will then make a small incision in the groin area and insert a catheter (a thin, flexible tube) into a blood vessel. The catheter is guided to the heart, where the leadless pacemaker is implanted directly into the heart muscle using small hooks or tines.

Once the pacemaker is implanted, it begins to regulate the patient's heartbeat. The patient will typically stay in the hospital for a few hours or overnight for observation, and can usually resume normal activities within a few days.

It's important to note that not all patients are candidates for leadless pacemakers, and the decision to use this type of pacemaker will depend on a variety of factors, including the patient's medical history, heart condition, and overall health. Your doctor can help determine if a leadless pacemaker is right for you.