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device to dual-chamber pacing modes, give particular attention to setting the pacing parameters (such
as the A-V delay) to promote intrinsic conduction and minimize the amount of ventricular pacing.
Pulse Generator Explant and Disposal
Pulse Generator Explant and Disposal
Pulse Generator Explant and Disposal
Pulse Generator Explant and Disposal
Interrogate the device and turn all therapies off before explanting, cleaning or shipping the device to
prevent unwanted shocks.
Return all explanted pulse generators and leads to St. Jude Medical.
Never incinerate the device because of the potential for explosion. Explant the device before cremation.
Environmental and Medical Therapy Hazards
Environmental and Medical Therapy Hazards
Environmental and Medical Therapy Hazards
Environmental and Medical Therapy Hazards
Instruct patients to avoid devices which generate a strong electric or magnetic interference (EMI). EMI
could cause device malfunction or damage, resulting in non-detection or delivery of unneeded therapy.
Moving away from the source or turning it off will usually allow the pulse generator to return to its normal
mode of operation.
Hospital and Medical Environments
Hospital and Medical Environments
Hospital and Medical Environments
Hospital and Medical Environments
Electrosurgical cautery.
Electrosurgical cautery could induce ventricular arrhythmias and/or fibrillation,
or may cause device malfunction or damage. If electrocautery is necessary, keep the current path and
groundplate as far away from the pulse generator and leads as possible.
