Transvenous Rescue of Pacemaker Lead Fragments after Laser Extraction Failure
Journal: Journal of Cardiobiology (Vol.2, No. 1)Publication Date: 2014-06-30
Authors : Christoph T. Starck; Jan Steffel; Felix Schönrath; Volkmar Falk;
Page : 01-02
Keywords : Lead extraction; Pacemaker; ICD; Lead fragments; Snare retrieval system;
Abstract
Transvenous lead extractions may be very challenging. Experience and a wide variety of extraction tools are essential in successfully managing such procedures. We report the case of a transvenous fragment extraction after an unsuccessful laser lead extraction procedure.
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