Is Vein Treatment with KTP Laser Safe for Patient with Pacemaker?

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Can a patient with a pacemaker have KTP laser treatment to remove blood vessel spots?

Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

I would refrain from using devices with RF energy around pacemaker generators.However, lasers are safe for use in patients with pacemakers.

Craig Crippen, MD · Answer

This laser only emits light and will not emit radiowaves that could potentially interfere with a pacemaker.  You probably have more risk using a cellphone around a pacemaker than you would with a KTP laser.

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Kavita Mariwalla, MD · Answer

Dear Wisshi,
Yes, it is safe. The KTP does not produce an electromagnetic wave (like electrocautery does) and will therefore be safe for use if you have a pacemaker.
Good luck,
Dr. Mariwalla

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