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Why do patients with artificial joints, amputations, stents, pregnancy, and pacemaker need to be excluded?

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Why do patients with artificial joints, amputations, stents, pregnancy, and pacemaker need to be excluded?

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A. The BCM – Body Composition Monitor cannot be used in patients with stents or pacemakers (defibrillators) for safety reasons. Performance can be affected by artificial joints, pins or amputations.