Key result
Electromagnetic interference from pool water current leak triggers inadvertent ICD shock.
Why the study?
Increasing numbers of patients with ICD devices necessitate awareness of conditions causing device interference to enable recognition and prevention of malfunctions.
Does electromagnetic interference cause inadvertent shock in patients with implantable cardioverter defibrillators?
Population
Patients with implantable cardioverter defibrillator devices
Comparison
Exposure to electromagnetic interference vs no exposure
Design
Case report and literature review
Authors
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Clinicians should recognize potential ICD interference; case reports leave open systematic prevention strategies.
Case Report (n=1)
Does electromagnetic interference cause inadvertent shock in patients with implantable cardioverter defibrillators?
Physicians and patients should be aware of potential sources of electromagnetic interference, such as current leaks in pools, which can cause inadvertent ICD shocks.
Akhtar et al. (2014) conducted a case report in Implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) with electromagnetic interference (n=1). Electromagnetic interference (EMI) from leak of current in pool water was evaluated on Firing of ICD / inadvertent shock. Electromagnetic interference from a current leak in pool water caused an inadvertent shock and firing of an implantable cardioverter defibrillator in a reported case.
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