For Doctors And Cardiologists

It is crucial to acknowledge the potential risks of electromagnetic interference (EMI) on implanted heart rhythm devices. Our electromagnetic field testing (EMF) experts specialize in identifying and testing for any electromagnetic interference (EMI) risks in the workplace. We understand the importance of ensuring the safety of employees with implantable devices, which is why we highly recommend taking precautionary measures to prevent any potential harm.

A primary concern regarding the safe return of employees with implantable devices to work is adherence to the published medical guidelines of major US heart device manufacturers. Adherence to the published medical guidelines of major heart device manufacturers is essential in ensuring patient safety.

These companies manufacture implants for Cardiac rhythm management (CRM): 

  • Medtronic CRDM ™
  • Boston Scientific CRM ™
  • Abbott Technical Services ™ and
  • BIOTRONIK, Inc.™ 

Adhering to the published medical guidelines of major heart device manufacturers is essential in ensuring patient safety. 

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IAQ-EMF works with the cardiologist to assure a workplace safe from electromagnetic interference (EMI) with pacemakers and defibrillators. We test in strict accordance with Boston Scientific, Medtronic and St. Jude Medical with Abbott Technical Services published medical guidelines.
IAQ-EMF works with the cardiologist to assure a workplace safe from electromagnetic interference (EMI) with pacemakers and defibrillators. We test in strict accordance with Boston Scientific, Medtronic and St. Jude Medical with Abbott Technical Services published medical guidelines.

Potential Implanted Heart Device Behaviors

EMI of sufficient strength may cause temporary device behaviors in implanted heart devices. These potential behaviors include asynchronous pacing (noise mode), inhibition of pacing, ventricular tracking, inhibition of Tachy Therapy, inappropriate Tachy Therapy, and deactivation of Tachy Therapy. The table below of potential device behaviors shows that defibrillators, pacemakers, and S-ICD devices may exhibit these behaviors, depending on device feature availability and programming. It is important to note that post-shock pacing is possible in S-ICD devices. The device manufacturer may have more information regarding these device behaviors.

EMI of sufficient strength may lead to the following temporary device behaviors:  

 

 

Potential device behaviors

Table of Potential Device Behaviors

Asynchronous pacing (noise mode)

Inhibition of pacing

Ventricular tracking

Inhibition of Tachy Therapy

Inappropriate Tachy Therapy

Deactivation of Tachy Therapy

Defibrillators

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■

■

■

■

■

Pacemakers

■

■

■

 

 

 

S-ICD

 

 ■**

 

■

■

 

*Dependent on device feature availability and programming. ** Post shock Pacing.

 

Testing EMF in a Real World Setting

In a real world setting, testing EMF is crucial for ensuring the safety of employees with implanted heart devices. Factories, power plants, and power lines all have sources of electromagnetic fields that can potentially harm these individuals. Adherence to medical guidelines and modifications to the work environment can greatly mitigate these risks. Testing is necessary to ensure the safe return of employees with implantable devices to the workplace. It is imperative that employers take action to protect their employees and follow these guidelines to prevent any potential harm.

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