2021
DOI: 10.1111/pace.14362
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Safety and feasibility of implanting a transvenous implantable cardioverter defibrillator (TV‐ICD) in the left axilla

Abstract: Background: Transvenous implantable cardioverter defibrillator (TV-ICD) systems are commonly implanted in the left anterior chest because of an easier implantation and better defibrillation threshold. This study aimed to evaluate the safety and feasibility of left axillary implantations of TV-ICD systems. Methods:We performed left axillary TV-ICD implantations and compared that to the major complication rate and operation time of the conventional TV-ICD implantation site (left anterior chest). The electrical p… Show more

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