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Recommendations for Imaging Patients With Cardiac Implantable Electronic Devices ( CIEDs )
Author(s) -
Vigen Karl K.,
Reeder Scott B.,
Hood Maureen N.,
Steckner Michael,
Leiner Tim,
Dombroski David A.,
Gulani Vikas
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
journal of magnetic resonance imaging
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.563
H-Index - 160
eISSN - 1522-2586
pISSN - 1053-1807
DOI - 10.1002/jmri.27320
Subject(s) - contraindication , medicine , magnetic resonance imaging , medical physics , radiology , pathology , alternative medicine
Historically, the presence of cardiac implantable electronic devices (CIEDs), including pacemakers and implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs), was widely considered an absolute contraindication to magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The recent development of CIEDs with MR Conditional labeling, as well as encouraging results from retrospective studies and a prospective trial on the safety of MRI performed in patients with CIEDs without MR Conditional labeling, have led to a reevaluation of this practice. The purpose of this report is to provide a concise summary of recent developments, including practical guidelines that an institution could adopt for radiologists who choose to image patients with CIEDs that do not have MR Conditional labeling. This report was written on behalf of and approved by the International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine (ISMRM) Safety Committee. Level of Evidence 3. Technical Efficacy Stage 1.