Al's Comment:

 The package inserts warns against using Optune if you have an implanted defibrillator  or a programmable shunt.  However, they looked at patients in the trials who had these devices implanted and used Optune anyway, and found that there were no safety problems.


Posted on: 12/02/2017

SNO 2017: No Unexpected Safety Issues Arise With Tumor Treating Fields in Glioblastoma Patients With Shunts, Pacemakers, or Defibrillators

 


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