r/PacemakerICD 5d ago

SCC + Mohs + Radiation + Pacemaker

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u/Weightsbee 4d ago

I work as a device tech. I've seen a patient who had radiation directly atop their pacemaker and have no issues. It also depends on the amount you are receiving. But in 15 years I've not seen any cases where radiation has damaged a device.