ct scan of head

will a ct scan of head affect my pacemaker settings and should i go to clinic for a check?


4 Comments

It shouldn't...

by lbdina - 2013-10-24 05:10:08

I had a CT scan on my head due to a fall and it wasn't a problem. MRI's can often cause issues, but to the best of my knowledge, standard CT scans are fine. Mainly, you want to avoid strong magnetic fields, as generated by an MRI.

Many PM websites have information on what is and is not acceptable with their devices. You might want to see what your manufacturer has to say online.

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by Alma Annie - 2013-10-24 07:10:50

No. I have had 3 since pm, I was told no worries, only an MRI will affect it.
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by Tracey_E - 2013-10-24 08:10:33

CT is an xray, it's fine.

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by Many Blessings - 2013-10-24 09:10:22

I've had several CT scans after having my PM put in, and I've never had any problems at all.

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