What technical influences can a pacemaker for heart have?
A close relative of mine is wearing a pacemaker for heart. Since in these days there are lots of different devices and appliances which are sending out all kinds of waves or radiation and different strengths (e.g. RFID scanners, induction cookers, Bluetooth, power lines above earth, security scanners, etc. ), I'd like to understand what of these influences in which strengths can influence a pacemaker.
Does anybody have good and detailed reference for this?
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There is something called electromagnetic interference (EMI) that can mess with electrical devices normal function. However, manufacturers can use certain materials to make devices with that can prevent EMI (however nothing is perfect; as per Murphy’s law, if it can, it will).
Here’s a link that discusses some of the risk factors of having a pacemaker and things that can cause EMI
Here’s another source to check out that talks about risk factors
You should really talk to a medical profession or even call the manufacturer of the pacemaker for more specific questions.
I would also say that the chance of EMI occurring depends on how close you are to the source. So WiFi throughout the house may not affect the pacemaker unless your holding the device right next to you.
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