| Literature DB >> 12510137 |
Christof Kolb1, Sebastian Schmieder, Claus Schmitt.
Abstract
Electromagnetic interference with implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICD) can cause inappropriate delivery of therapies or temporary inhibition of ICD functions. The presented case describes electromagnetic interference between a washing machine and an ICD resulting in an inappropriate discharge of the device due to false detection of ventricular fibrillation.Entities:
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Year: 2002 PMID: 12510137 DOI: 10.1023/a:1021345609629
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Interv Card Electrophysiol ISSN: 1383-875X Impact factor: 1.900