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Bharati Das1, Sachin Yalagudri1, S Maiya2
1Fellow Electrophysiology, Narayana Hrudayalaya, Bengaluru 560099, India.
Insights
Late cardiac implantable electronic device lead perforation is a rare but serious complication. This case report emphasizes CT scan diagnosis and careful management of this life-threatening condition.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Medical Device Complications
Background:
- Late cardiac implantable electronic device (CIED) lead perforation is an uncommon yet significant complication.
- Existing literature on pathophysiology, predictors, clinical presentations, and management remains inconclusive.
Observation:
- This case report details challenges in clinical recognition of late CIED lead perforation.
- Computed tomography (CT) scans proved valuable in diagnosing the perforation.
Findings:
- The case highlights the diagnostic utility of CT scans for late CIED lead perforation.
- It underscores the necessity for meticulous management strategies in such life-threatening scenarios.
Implications:
- This report may improve the clinical recognition and diagnosis of CIED lead perforation.
- It contributes to the understanding and management of this rare complication, particularly concerning the Durata lead.
Abstract:
Late ICD lead perforation is an uncommon but clinically significant complication. The pathophysiology, predictors, clinical presentations and management although have been described earlier but still remain inconclusive. Our case highlights the challenges involved in clinical recognition, the value of CT scan in its diagnosis and need for careful management of this potentially life threatening condition. It is the first report on Durata lead perforation to the best of our knowledge.
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