Table 1.

Technical considerations for MRI in patients with cardiac implantable electronic devices

Technical specification of magnetic resonance imaging
For MRI-conditional devices follow manufacturer’s instructions for scan
For non-MRI-conditional devices:
– 1.5 T MRI should be preferred
– Gradient slew rate should not exceed 200 T/m/s
– Dorsal patient position
– Imaging landmark near the device (thorax) should be avoided
– Local transmit coils should be avoided
– SAR and scan time should be limited
Emergency equipment/external defibrillator as well as a device programmer should be present during the MRI
Continuous patient monitoring (electrocardiography/pulse oximetry) during the MRI should be performed

MRI magnetic resonance imaging, SAR specific absorption rate