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Forceps extraction of permanent pacing leads.

J M Kratz1, R Leman, P C Gillette

  • 1Department of Surgery, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston 29425.

The Annals of Thoracic Surgery
|April 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

Extracting tined transvenous cardiac pacing leads for infected systems is challenging. A new method uses alligator forceps via the right internal jugular vein for lead removal.

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Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Medical Devices
  • Surgical Procedures

Background:

  • Tined transvenous cardiac pacing leads complicate complete extraction.
  • Infected cardiac pacing systems require lead removal.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a method for extracting permanent pacing leads.
  • To address challenges posed by tined leads in infected systems.

Main Methods:

  • Utilizing alligator forceps inserted transvenously.
  • Accessing leads via the right internal jugular vein.
  • Grasping the lead near its cardiac muscle insertion point.

Main Results:

  • The described method facilitates the extraction of permanent pacing leads.
  • This technique offers a solution for difficult lead removals.

Conclusions:

  • The alligator forceps method provides a viable approach for extracting tined transvenous cardiac pacing leads.
  • This technique aids in managing infected cardiac pacing systems.

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