Lead Extraction of Cardiac Rhythm Devices: A Report of a Single-Center Experience

Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

Ana Isabel Azevedo¹ 

关键词: lead extraction;    lead removal;    cardiac implantable electronic device;    infection;    risk factors;   

DOI  :  10.3389/fcvm.2017.00018

学科分类：心脏病和心血管学

来源: Frontiers

【 摘 要 】

Introduction and objectivesThe rate of implanted cardiac electronic devices is increasing as is the need to manage long-term complications. Lead removal is becoming an effective approach to treat such complications. We present our experience in lead removal using different approaches, analyzing the predictors of the use of mechanical extractors/surgical removal.

【 授权许可】

CC BY