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[Pacemaker dysfunction in the clinical practice].

A Geppert1, F Rauscha

  • 1Abteilung für Kardiologie, Universitätsklinik für Innere Medizin II, Wien, Osterreich. Alexander.Geppert@univie.ac.at

Wiener Klinische Wochenschrift
|March 10, 2001
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Pacemaker dysfunction is often due to lead issues, but also surgical complications and electromagnetic interference. Patients can use devices like mobile phones safely with precautions, though MRI remains a concern.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Biomedical Engineering

Background:

  • Pacemaker dysfunction is a significant clinical concern.
  • Lead malfunction is the primary cause, but other factors exist.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review common pacemaker dysfunctions.
  • To discuss electromagnetic interferences relevant to pacemaker patients.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of pacemaker dysfunction and electromagnetic interference.
  • Analysis of clinical relevance and patient safety.

Main Results:

  • Lead dysfunction is predominant.
  • Electromagnetic interference from mobile phones and anti-theft devices is manageable.
  • MRI poses risks, but some procedures are uneventful.

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Conclusions:

  • Clinicians must be aware of various pacemaker dysfunction causes.
  • Electromagnetic interference requires patient guidance and precautions.
  • MRI in pacemaker patients warrants careful consideration.