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  • Cardiology
  • Medical Devices
  • Surgical Techniques

Background:

  • Subcutaneous implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (S-ICD) implantation conventionally uses a technique linked to pocket complications.
  • Evaluating alternative implantation methods is crucial for improving patient outcomes and device safety.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the efficacy and safety of an intermuscular technique for S-ICD implantation.
  • To compare the intermuscular approach with the conventional technique regarding complications and patient satisfaction.

Main Methods:

  • Ten patients underwent S-ICD implantation using an intermuscular technique, creating the pulse generator pocket between the serratus anterior and latissimus dorsi muscles.
  • Electrode implantation utilized either a two- or three-incision approach.
  • Procedure involved detaching fibrous tissue between muscles to create the pocket.

Main Results:

  • Successful S-ICD implantation was achieved in all patients without immediate procedure-related complications.
  • Defibrillation threshold testing was successful (65-J standard polarity).
  • During follow-up, no major complications requiring surgical repair occurred; patients reported high comfort and satisfaction with cosmetic results. One patient experienced an inappropriate shock resolved by reprogramming.

Conclusions:

  • The intermuscular technique for S-ICD implantation is both safe and effective.
  • This approach shows potential for reducing S-ICD pocket-related complications.
  • The intermuscular technique may lead to improved cosmetic results and patient satisfaction.