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Leadless pacemaker implantation in superobese patient
Michele Malagù1, Emanuele D'Aniello1, Francesco Vitali1
1Cardiology Unit, Sant'Anna Hospital, University of Ferrara, 44124 Ferrara, Italy.
Reviews in Cardiovascular Medicine
|July 30, 2024
Summary
Leadless pacemaker implantation is safe and effective in superobese patients. Surgical femoral venous access facilitated successful implantation, overcoming challenges in this patient population.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Interventional Cardiology
- Bariatric Medicine
Background:
- A 70-year-old superobese male (230 kg) presented with recurrent syncope due to asystole alternating with atrial fibrillation.
- Conventional pacemaker implantation was challenging due to the patient's weight and anatomy.
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