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Is there an effect on the deep brain stimulators when a patient is near electronics?

April 26, 2017brain Deep electronics near patient stimulators

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Is there an effect on the deep brain stimulators when a patient is near electronics?

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Most electrical devices will not harm the system. If the neurostimulator comes within inches of small permanent magnets (such as stereo speakers, radios, refrigerator door magnets), it could be turned off or on. The patient will be given a hand held access review device to turn their stimulator back on if it is deactivated.