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Wiley, Pacing and Clinical Electrophysiology, 4(24), p. 465-468

DOI: 10.1046/j.1460-9592.2001.00465.x

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Incidence of Electromagnetic Interference in Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators

Journal article published in 2001 by Christof Kolb ORCID, Bernhard Zrenner, Claus Schmitt
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Abstract

KOLB, C., et al.: Incidence of Electromagnetic Interference in Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators. Electromagnetic interference (EMI) with ICDs can lead to temporary inhibition of the device or to inappropriate delivery of antitachycardia pacing and shocks. The incidence of interactions between electronic devices and the current generation of ICDs is not known. In a retrospective study of 341 patients (665 patient-years) who underwent a regular follow-up every 3 months, five episodes of EMI were detected in four different patients. The risk for receiving inappropriate shocks due to EMI is < 1% per year and patient. In conclusion, although inappropriate delivery of shocks by ICDs due to EMI rarely occurs, patient information should emphasize the avoidance of situations of possible interference. Further efforts concerning lead technology and detection algorithms are necessary to minimize the risk of EMI.