Sue
I suppose it depends where she works as to what could be causing the problem.
Here is a equipment etc that can be problematic to pacers, hope it helps in
some way.
Devices with risk include anti-theft systems in shops and other business
premises and metal detectors. They are unlikely to cause clinically significant
symptoms in most patients but patients should not stay nearby for longer than is
necessary.
Any hand-held metal detector should not be held near the pacemaker any longer
than is necessary.
Magnetic resonance imaging: metal objects are attracted to the magnet and are
normally not allowed near MRI machines. The magnet can interrupt the pacing and
inhibit the output of pacemakers. If an MRI is necessary, the pacemaker output
in some models can be reprogrammed.
Power-generating equipment, arc welding equipment and powerful magnets (as in
medical devices, heavy equipment or motors) can inhibit pulse generators and
there is a risk that the pacemaker may not work properly for patients who work
closely with or near such equipment.
Short-wave or microwave diathermy may bypass the pacemaker's noise protection
and interfere with or permanently damage the pulse generator.
Radiotherapy may damage the pacemaker's circuits. The degree of damage is
unpredictable and may vary with different systems. But the risk is significant
and builds up as the radiation dose increases. The pacemaker be shielded as much
as possible and moved if it lies directly in the radiation field.
Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) may sometimes briefly
inhibit unipolar pacing, which then requires reprogramming of the pulse
generator.
Kind regards
Pete
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Hi All,
One of our ladies has a pacemaker and states that in certain areas in the
offices she gets palpitations. Does anyone know of an organisation who
could come and do some testing for us. We tried the hospital who fitted it
for her (Queen Elizabeth in Birmingham) but they dont provide that
facility.
Regards
Sue
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