Asymptomatic Tricuspid Stenosis Following a Complex Lead Extraction Procedure

The number of transvenous extraction procedures for leads of intracardiac rhythm devices increased recently and the most common reason for lead extraction is device infection. In some cases, combined use of two different techniques is necessary. Long-term results of this approach are not clear. In this case report, we present a patient with biventricular implantable cardioverter defibrillator who underwent percutaneous hardware removal due to recurrent pacemaker pocket infections. Mechanical dilator sheath removal and Needle's Eye Snare were used in the same patient. Although asymptomatic, tricuspid stenosis was detected three years after the operation.