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Management of Device Infections.
Khalid Aljabri1, Ann Garlitski1, Jonathan Weinstock1
1The Cardiovascular Center, Tufts Medical Center, Tufts University School of Medicine, 800 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02111, USA.
Cardiac Electrophysiology Clinics
|February 12, 2018
Summary
Cardiac implantable electronic device (CIED) infections are rising due to more complex procedures and sicker patients. Prompt removal and antibiotics are crucial for treatment, with new technologies offering hope for prevention.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Infectious Diseases
- Biomedical Engineering
Background:
- The incidence of cardiac implantable electronic device (CIED) infections is increasing disproportionately to implantation rates.
- Expanded indications and a more complex patient population contribute to this rise.
- Perioperative contamination is a primary cause, with procedural complexity and early re-exploration increasing infection risk.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the current understanding of CIED infections.
- To highlight risk factors and management strategies.
- To discuss the potential impact of emerging technologies on infection rates.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of studies on CIED infections.
- Analysis of factors contributing to increased infection rates.
- Discussion of current treatment protocols and future preventive measures.
Main Results:
- CIED infections are a growing concern, linked to expanded use and patient acuity.
- Higher risks are associated with complex procedures, early re-exploration, and device upgrades.
- Standard treatment involves CIED system removal and antimicrobial therapy.
Conclusions:
- Understanding and mitigating CIED infection risks are critical.
- Preventive strategies and prompt management are essential.
- Emerging technologies may offer future solutions to reduce CIED infection rates.
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