Cellular Phones - Abbott Endurity Core User Manual

Metal Detectors
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Advise patients that metal detector security systems such as those found in airports and government
buildings emit signals that may interact with pulse generators and CRT‑P devices. To minimize the
possibility of interaction, advise patients to simply walk through these areas at a normal pace and avoid
lingering. Even so, the pulse generator and CRT‑P systems contain metal that may set off the airport
security system alarm. If the alarm does sound, the patient should present security personnel with their
patient identification card. If security personnel perform a search with a hand held wand, the patient
should ask that they perform the search quickly, stressing that they should avoid holding the wand over
the device for a prolonged period.

Cellular Phones

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The pulse generator has been tested for compatibility with handheld wireless transmitters in accordance
with the requirements of ISO 14117. This testing covered the operating frequencies 385 MHz - 3 GHz, and
pulsed modulation techniques of all digital cellular phone technologies in worldwide use today. Based on
the results of this testing, the normal operation of cellular phones should not affect the pulse generator.
▪ ▪ Advise patients to not carry a cellular phone in a breast pocket or attach one to a belt if they are over the
pulse generator. Some cellular phones, and accessories for cellular phones, may contain magnets such as
cases with magnetic clasps, which may cause the pulse generator to pace abnormally.
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Advise patients to avoid interference between cell phones or smart watches and the pulse generator by
keeping them at least 15 centimeters (6 inches) away from the pulse generator.
Portable Electronic Devices
▪ ▪ Advise patients to not carry electronic portable devices such as e‑cigarettes, or key cards, credit cards or
other items with magnetic strips in their breast pocket over the pulse generator or near the implant area.
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