Genio for Nyxoah MRI Scanning - Health Care - Medical Equipment
The Genio Implantable Stimulator (IS) is a Magnetic Resonance (MR) Conditional device which means that under MR environment the implant is safe within certain conditions
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This section contains important information regarding the Genio®IS and the conditions in which a patient implanted with the Genio®IS can safely undergo an MRI scan. MRI scans must be performed only as described in this section
MRI Technician warnings and precautions
- Genio® system external devices (such as the Genio® DP or AC) shall not be brought by the patient to the MRI scan room and used during the MRI scan. The use of the Genio® DP and AC during an MRI scan is prohibited.
- Do not scan patients with fever.
- During the MRI scan, continuously monitor the patient, notice any signs of anxiety and/or discomfort.
- In case the patient feels uncomfortable pain or heating during the MRI scan, consider stopping the scan. Consider administration of anaesthetics to reduce patient's pain or discomfort.
- The MRI scan should be conducted at least 6 weeks after patient implantation or revision surgery.