2018
DOI: 10.1186/s13019-018-0795-5
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Early-BYRD: alternative early pacing and defibrillation lead replacement avoiding venous puncture

Abstract: BackgroundIn cases of lead failure after implantation of pacemakers (PM) or implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICD) early lead replacement may be challenging. Puncture of the subclavian vein bears possible complications such as pneumothorax, hematothorax, and damage of leads to be left in place. To avoid venous puncture PM or ICD leads were replaced using a flexible polypropylene sheath (Byrd-sheath).MethodFrom January 2010 through December 2017, 55 patients underwent early lead exchange avoiding venous … Show more

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