[Perforation of an automatic implantable cardioverter-defibrillator into the peritoneal cavity]

The automatic, implantable cardioverter-defibrillator is a new therapy for life-threatening ventricular tachyarrhythmias that are resistant to other therapy. Only a few complications, such as infections, lead defects, and interactions with pacemakers have been reported. We report on a patient whose AICD-generator perforated into the peritoneal cavity.