Safety: CONDITIONAL
Bottom line: MRI permissible if all conditions are met
Cardiac Resynchronization Device – MR Conditional
Safety: Conditional
Risks: Thermal, Arrhythmia, Device Malfunction
Conditions:
- In general, cardiac resynchronization devices are NOT safe for MRI
- Selected devices may be used under specific conditions and must be assessed on a case by case basis.
- Lead extenders are not MRI permissible.
Comments:
- For scheduling of cases, please see Scheduling for Patients with MRI Conditional Devices
See also: Cardiac Resynchronization Devices
Bottom Line: All condition must be met to be MRI permissible.