Micra leadless pacemakers for bradycardia (slow heart rate)
Meet Micra, our leadless pacemaker
Micra™ is the world's smallest pacemaker.1 Unlike most pacemakers that are placed in a patient's chest with leads running to the heart, Micra is a leadless pacemaker because it's implanted directly into the heart.
- Smallest pacemaker — Micra is 93% smaller than conventional pacemakers, about the size of a large vitamin capsule.2
- Less invasive — The procedure requires no chest incision and, unlike conventional pacemakers, does not create a scar or bump under the skin.
- Fewer restrictions — For most patients, the Micra design translates to fewer medical complications and fewer post-implant activity restrictions.
Patient testimonials
These patient testimonials are based on each individual’s experience. Not all patients will experience similar results. Please talk to your doctor about your condition and the risks and benefits of this therapy.
Graham
Watch Graham discuss his experience living with a leadless pacemaker and that he even forgets he has a leadless pacemaker.
Ross
After a series of fainting episodes halted Ross' running routine, he knew it was time to talk to his doctor. Together, they decided a leadless pacemaker was the best way to keep him on the trails.
Mekaela
After years of experiencing heart issues, including a transient ischemic attack (TIA) and complete heart block, Mekaela and her family found answers and peace of mind with the Reveal LINQ™ ICM and the Micra™ AV pacemaker.
Frequently asked questions
See answers to frequently asked questions on implantable pacemaker systems.
Contact information
You can rely on Medtronic as your experienced partner when you have a question around your Micra or remote monitoring solution.
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Patient associations
You can reach out to patient associations like Arrhythmia Alliance for further information.
Information on this site should not be used as a substitute for talking with your doctor. Always talk with your doctor about diagnosis and treatment information.
References
Nippoldt D, Whiting J. Micra Transcatheter Pacing System: Device Volume Characterization Comparison. November 2014. Medtronic data on file.
Williams E, Whiting J. Micra Transcatheter Pacing System Size Comparison. November 2014. Medtronic data on file.
Comparing Micra VR CED vs. PAR. December 2021. Medtronic data on file.
El-Chami MF, Al-Samadi F, Clementy N. Updated performance of the Micra transcatheter pacemaker in the real-world setting: A comparison to the investigational study and a transvenous historical control. Heart Rhythm. 2018;15(12):1800–1807.