What happens if you have a pacemaker and die?

Hello, I'm a biomedical engineer with a focus on medical devices. I can provide you with information on what happens to a pacemaker when a person passes away. When a person with a pacemaker dies, the pacemaker itself is no longer functional because it is designed to work in conjunction with the body's natural electrical signals to regulate the heartbeat. Once those signals cease, the pacemaker's function is also halted. The pacemaker itself is a small device that is typically implanted in the chest, and it is not harmful to the body. It can remain in place indefinitely after death without causing any issues. However, if the family or the deceased person's will specifies that the pacemaker should be removed, it can be done. The removal process is a surgical procedure that requires a medical professional. It is important to note that the battery in the pacemaker will eventually deplete, which will also stop its function, but this is not a concern at the time of death. In summary, when a person with a pacemaker dies, the pacemaker stops working, can be left in place without causing harm, and can be removed if desired.

Once someone stops breathing, his body can no longer get oxygen and the heart muscle will die and stop beating, even with a pacemaker. Therefore, the pacemaker will not prevent death and a patient will die from his terminal illness without turning off the pacemaker.