Cardiac implanted electronic devices and MRI safety in 2018-the state of play.
review · Level V
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Abstract
Traditionally, the presence of cardiac implanted electronic devices (CIEDs) was a contra-indication to magnetic resonance (MR) imaging. Professional groups from around the world are releasing updated guidelines for the imaging of MR-conditional and legacy CIEDs, reflecting increasing evidence that this can be performed safely when strict protocols are followed. • The presence of a pacemaker or automatic implanted cardioverter defibrillator is no longer an absolute contraindication to magnetic resonance imaging. • Strict protocols enable diagnostic quality images to be obtained with minimal risk. • Close collaboration among radiologists, cardiologists and device manufacturer representatives is required.
Medical subject headings
- Contraindications, Procedure
- Defibrillators, Implantable
- Equipment Safety
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging
- Pacemaker, Artificial