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Pacemaker recipients: Looking for support from others

Heart Rhythm Conditions | Last Active: Nov 4 5:49am | Replies (490)
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Any ICD/Pacemaker recipients using electric blanket? It’s my winter bed cover to keep the cold out. I’ve use it about 8 months out of the year. Is there a potential problem with electric field interference with the ICD ?

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cottagecountry | @cottagecountry | Oct 28 2:20pm

Hello tct
I don't know what make of pacemaker or ICD you have , but here is a link to Medtronic 's website where they offer guidance about the safe use of things like appliances, tools, etc. Most of the manufacturers have similiar information available online.
In my experience, if one manufacturer states an item is safe to use, the others do , too.
https://www.medtronic.com/en-us/l/patients/electromagnetic-guide/household-hobby.html
Hope this helps.
All the best

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jc76 | @jc76 | Oct 29 6:29am

@tct
This is an important question for your EP and/or cardiologist. My novice reply was be very concerned with any electrical devices located near or on your pacemaker.

I have a boston scientific device and on my 3rd one from Mayo Jacksonville. I have been told over and over including information from Boston Scientic about being careful with electrical devices near your pacemaker. And devices like cell phones ,etc.

You can always reach out to the manufacturer of your device to ask the question. I have done that many times with Boston Scientific.

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