70 NUCLEUS 7 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUIDE
Medical treatments generating induced currents, heat and
vibration
Having a cochlear implant means extra care must be taken
when receiving some medical treatments. Before starting
medical treatment, the information in this section should be
discussed with the recipient’s physician.
The sound processor must be removed before starting any of
the medical treatments listed in this section.
Some medical treatments generate induced currents that may
cause tissue damage or permanent damage to the implant.
Before initiating any of the following treatments deactivate
the device.
Warnings for specific treatments are provided below.
CONDITION WARNING
Diathermy Do not use therapeutic or medical diathermy
(thermopenetration) using electromagnetic radiation
(magnetic induction coils or microwave). High
currents induced into the electrode lead can cause
tissue damage to the cochlea/brainstem or
permanent damage to the implant. Medical
diathermy using ultrasound may be used below the
head and neck.
Electroconvulsive
therapy
Do not use electroconvulsive therapy on an implant
patient under any circumstances. Electroconvulsive
therapy can cause tissue damage or damage to the
implant.
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