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Area of Science:

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  • Congenital Heart Disease
  • Vascular Anatomy

Background:

  • Persistent left superior vena cava (PLSVC) is a rare congenital anomaly.
  • It is typically asymptomatic and often discovered incidentally during central venous access procedures.

Observation:

  • A 78-year-old male presented for permanent pacemaker implantation due to tachycardia-bradycardia syndrome.
  • During left subclavian vein access, the guidewire deviated to the left chest, indicating PLSVC.
  • Contrast venography confirmed PLSVC with the coronary sinus draining into the right atrium.

Findings:

  • Successful pacemaker lead placement in the right ventricle was achieved despite initial difficulties.
  • Technical challenges included navigating the anomalous venous anatomy and passing the lead through the dilated coronary sinus.
  • Modified techniques involving a larger sheath and a deflectable sheath were employed.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the importance of recognizing PLSVC during central venous interventions.
  • It demonstrates that pacemaker implantation is feasible in patients with PLSVC with appropriate technical adjustments.
  • Awareness of PLSVC can prevent complications and ensure successful device implantation in affected individuals.