Can This Be True?

[Buster]

Yes Christine, I would get another opinion to be sure on this... Hopefully it will not mess with his pace maker.Some one should be able to tell you something...Good luck...Buster....

[EBCIII]

For sure ask another opinion. The Dr may not know what he is talking about, Beale.

[bdahunter]

You and Gordie Know About Pacemakers.

Be Kewl and Check It Out For Yourself,

BDA

PS - Statistically the most likely place for any of us to die is in a hospital, not a very encouraging vote for the medical system.

[rip]

Hi GG,I would get a second opinon as BDA said your dr.probably dont have a clue about metal detectors. I dont think it should be a problem.I know of one person that found a pretty large treasure that has a pacemaker and he detected all the time.He said that when he found his treasure that his heart was pounding pretty bad and had him worried but i dont think it was because of the detector ! One thing you might want to concider looking into is what the procedure would be when someone with a pacemaker has to pass through a metal detector at an airport.And if that type detector would be the same as one that we would use.It's not like your going to be getting that close to the coil.

[Buster]

Good point Rip...Didn't even think of that one....Buster...

[Steve in PR]

From the American Heart Association website:

Devices with risk


Anti-theft systems, also called electronic article surveillance (EAS) and metal detectors —Interactions with EAS systems and metal detectors are unlikely to cause clinically significant symptoms in most patients. However, the American Heart Association recommends that you:

• Be aware that EAS systems may be hidden/camouflaged in entrances and exits in many commercial establishments.
• Don't stay near the EAS system or metal detector longer than is necessary and don't lean against the system.
• If scanning with a hand-held metal detector is necessary, warn the security personnel that you have an electronic medical device and ask them not to hold the metal detector near the device any longer than is absolutely necessary. You could also ask for an alternative form of personal search.

Here's the link:

Pacemakers



It seems that as long as he is not real close to the coil, there should not be a problem. The EAS systems they talk about there are the ones at the exits of stores.

[sarge1stone]

gg, Iwould get another opinion.

[rwsnc]

GG... All those metal detectors at airports don't seem to cause problems and I'm guessing, but I've got to believe that they are stronger than our detectors.

I'd get a better explanation from the doc. He may have just been covering his backside, for insurance purposes.

[bbqcook]

I think the doc is covering his butt also, He has no choice, but I am no Doc.
My Gmother had a pacemaker and md'ed too. and that was back in the early to mid 60's.

[JCWhite]

I might add this tiny perspective. (don't hit me guys) Giving up detecting would be a small price to pay to be able to stay with you. JC