Cardiac device and new smart device (smartphone, smartwatch)

We are passing through an era when our lives mostly depend on the use of various consumer electronic devices. These devices have made our life easier, no doubt. However, at the same time, device-related health hazards are also not trivial. Today’s post is about such a health hazard.

Scientists have found that the new smart devices such as smartphones and smartwatches can interfere with the functions of cardiac devices such as pacemakers or defibrillators if they are in a close range. These smart electronic devices can even stop the functions of those life-saving cardiac devices.

A group of scientists from the FDA studied with iPhone 12 and Apple watch 6. They found that if these devices are put within 6 inches of the cardiac device, the “magnet mode” of the cardiac devices is enabled leading to malfunction or even stopping of the device. Beyond 6 inches the effects weren’t seen.

If a pacemaker is placed in a magnetic field with an intensity of the field over 10G (Gauss), the ‘magnet mode' is enabled in the device. This needed feature has some usefulness, especially during any cardiac procedure. Enabling this mode except during a procedure means the device won’t be able to perform its work. The scientists found that iPhone 12 and Apple watch 6 produce a magnetic field of very 10G. Hence, within 6 inches range, these electronic devices can potentially interfere with the life-saving functions of the cardiac devices.

So, it is recommended to keep the advice at least 6 inches away. As a pacemaker or a defibrillator is placed under the skin in the left upper chest area, don’t put these electronic devices in your shirt pocket (over the cardiac device).

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