Device Care

MRI Conditional Device Review Protocol

EP Advanced Practice Providers use this protocol when reviewing device patients for MRIs if they have MRI conditional hardware. Alaska Heart & Vascular Institute has an MRI worksheet built into…

MRI Non-conditional Device Review Protocol

EP Advanced Practice Providers use this protocol when reviewing device patients for MRIs if they have any non-MRI conditional hardware. Alaska Heart & Vascular Institute has an MRI worksheet built…

Protocol for Implantable Cardiac Devices in the Setting of MRI

These documents describe an IRB-approved research study and clinical safety workflow that allows patients with pacemakers/ICDs (CIEDs) to undergo clinically indicated MRI with standardized monitoring, device programming, and follow-up, while…

MRI and Legacy Pacemaker or ICD: Patient Education and Safety Overview

This patient-facing educational handout explains the process, risks, and safeguards involved when patients with legacy (non–MRI-conditional) pacemakers or implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) undergo MRI imaging. It is designed to support…

Preparing for Your Implantable Cardiac Device: Infection Prevention and Pre-Implant Readiness

This patient-facing educational handout provides clear, step-by-step guidance to help reduce infection risk and support optimal recovery for patients undergoing implantable cardiac device procedures. Designed for use before pacemaker, ICD,…

Cardiocases

The Cardiocases website provides example device tracings and useful explanations to help clinicians improve their skills. The content is provided in English and French – just click on the appropriate…

Device Clinic Generator ERI/RRT/Replacement Process

The document outlines the process for managing device generator replacements, focusing on cases with elective replacement indicator (ERI) or recommended replacement time (RRT) alerts. It includes protocols for echocardiograms based…

Algorithm for CIED Patients Undergoing Radiation Therapy

Risk stratification and management algorithm for patients with CIEDs who are undergoing radiation therapy.

Delegation Protocol for Patients with CIEDs Undergoing MRI

Care Pathways/CDS: Algorithm for RN-driven programming of CIEDs for Patients Undergoing MRI

Management of Pacemaker or Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Devices in a Procedural Setting

Care Pathways/CDS: The purpose of this guideline document is to establish a process for the safe management of patients with Cardiovascular Implantable Electronic Devices (CIED) around the time of surgeries or procedures.