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Interference With Implanted Upper Airway Stimulation Device by Phones With Magnet Technology.

Andrea Plawecki¹, Nitika Tripathi², Maria Tovar Torres³

¹Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Henry Ford Health, Detroit, Michigan, U.S.A.

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Summary

Newer iPhones with MagSafe can interfere with the Inspire upper airway stimulator, a device for sleep apnea. This magnetic interference may affect the function of this critical medical implant.

Keywords:

OSA electromagnetic interference hypoglossal nerve stimulator implant

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Area of Science:

Medical Devices
Biomedical Engineering
Sleep Medicine

Background:

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common disorder.
The Inspire upper airway stimulator is an implantable device for OSA treatment.
Magnetic technology in consumer electronics is rapidly advancing.

Observation:

Newer iPhone models utilize MagSafe magnetic technology.
The Inspire device is a surgically implanted neurostimulator.
Potential for electromagnetic interference (EMI) between the iPhone and Inspire device was investigated.

Findings:

iPhone MagSafe technology can cause electromagnetic interference with the Inspire upper airway stimulator.
The magnetic fields generated by MagSafe can disrupt the normal operation of the implanted device.
This interference poses a risk to patients relying on the Inspire device for breathing support.

Implications:

Patients with Inspire upper airway stimulators should be aware of potential interference from MagSafe iPhones.
Further research is needed to quantify the risk and develop mitigation strategies.
Device manufacturers and medical professionals should consider these interactions in patient care and device design.