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electronic devices and defibrillator
by BrianR, Dec 07, 2007 08:05AM
My father is recovering from a massive heart attack, during which he sustained some brain damage.
I wanted to buy him one of those hand held Nintendo DS systems for Christmas because they have quite a few memory and "brain" type games available which might aid in his rehab.
Can he use one of these devices if he has an implanted defibrillator??
Thanks!
I wanted to buy him one of those hand held Nintendo DS systems for Christmas because they have quite a few memory and "brain" type games available which might aid in his rehab.
Can he use one of these devices if he has an implanted defibrillator??
Thanks!
Member Comments (2)
by often, Dec 07, 2007 09:55AM
I wouldn't think there would be a problem, but you may want to check with his EP just to be sure...I never saw it on the list of things to avoid when I got mine. I sit with the grandkids when they use theirs and have never noticed any issue...
by pusher, Dec 07, 2007 02:45PM
To: BrianR
The rule of thumb I was given when I got my AICD is any DC device (battery operated) should be kept a foot away from an ICD. I don't think your father would have any problems with a Nintendo at all.
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