The mapping of electromagnetic field of machine tool for assessment of its influence on the pacemaker

Abstract

The paper introduces a physical principles to serve as a basis of the following clinical study, which goal is to analyze an interaction between the specific patient with implanted pacemaker and possibly dangerous source of interference electromagnetic fields (EMF). The patient works as an operator of industry machine tool - surface grinder. Manufacturers of cardiac implantable electronic devices (CIED) consider industrial equipment of this type risky for patients and they recommend to avoid it. In this paper we present a mapping of patient's workspace to determine potentially dangerous sources of EMF and assess their relevance in context of possible risk for CIED and related legislation and limits. This paper should describe the case and serve as a first step in the clinical study.