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APPENDIX B
Effects of Electromagnetic Interference
Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) is a field of energy that is generated by equipment
present in the home, and in medical, work, or public environments. The MedStream
pump is designed with features to protect it from the effects of EMI produced by other
equipment. Although most of the magnetic and electrical devices the patient normally
encounters will not affect the pump's operation, there are some exceptions. Please
refer to Table B-1 and the explanatory footnotes for more specific information.
CAUTION: Analysis and testing used representative devices in each category to
provide a "worst case" scenario. However, these devices are beyond the control of
Codman & Shurtleff and complete compatibility of every device cannot be assured.
Confirm pump status after exposure to the devices and procedures listed in Table B-1.
EMI can affect the pump in several ways:
Heating – heating of the pump caused by EMI can result in patient injury by heating
the tissue surrounding the pump.
Pump Damage – damage to the pump electronics or mechanisms can result in
changes to or cessation of therapy. Pump replacement surgery might be required.
Operational Changes – EMI and other treatments can modify the pump
temperature and therefore change the pump flow rate.
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