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Snare vegetectomy for right-sided endocarditis.

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Percutaneous snare vegetectomy offers a less invasive approach for removing large cardiac device vegetations. This novel technique may replace open-heart surgery for select patients with implantable cardiac defibrillator infections.

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Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Medical Device Technology

Background:

  • Right-sided endocarditis in a middle-aged male linked to an infected implantable cardiac defibrillator (ICD) system.
  • Following device and lead explantation, a large (19 mm × 14 mm) pedunculated vegetation was identified on the Eustachian valve.

Observation:

  • The medical team opted for percutaneous removal of the vegetation using a wire snare, avoiding open-heart surgery.
  • Real-time 3D transesophageal echocardiography and fluoroscopy guided the percutaneous procedure.
  • Access was achieved via the right femoral vein.

Findings:

  • A triple-loop wire snare, deployed through a deflectable sheath, successfully and completely removed the large vegetation.
  • The percutaneous vegetectomy was performed without any complications.

Implications:

  • Percutaneous snare vegetectomy is a feasible alternative to open-heart surgery for selected patients.
  • This minimally invasive approach may improve outcomes for cardiac device-related endocarditis.
  • Highlights the potential of interventional techniques in managing complex cardiac infections.