The metal casing of the Pacemaker, which is stainless steel, and some of its components will trigger the security screening devices all airports. If you have an implanted AICD because of the internal components, the device will trigger airport security alarms. The use of strong magnets over the device may adversely affect its function and even render it non-operational. Not all AICD's will be affected by a magnet consult with your physician. Studies have determined that to avoid any potential interference, individuals using cellular phones are advised not to hold the phones directly over their pacemaker or defibrillator.
Potential effects are due to the radio frequency signal of the phone.
Any effect would be temporary and simply moving the phone away will return the pacemaker or defibrillator to its previous state of operation. Because cellular phone technology continues to evolve, and because of the great variety of cellular phones, pacemakers, and defibrillators, an absolute recommendation cannot be made to cover every phone and every patient. Therefore, to ensure no adverse effects are encountered, the following standard use guidelines have been developed by the industry. Electrical System click the picture above to view more information on the heart's electrical system .