Leadless Pacemaker Implantation Following Lead Extraction in a Patient With Recent Percutaneous Tricuspid Valve
Luca Segreti1, Marco Torre1, Matteo Parollo1
1Second Division of Cardiology, Cardiac-Thoracic and Vascular Department, University Hospital of Pisa, Pisa, Italy.
Pacing and Clinical Electrophysiology : PACE
|January 27, 2025
Summary
This study shows leadless pacemakers are safe and effective after removing infected transvenous leads, even after recent heart valve repair. It offers a viable alternative for complex cardiac patients.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Infectious Diseases
- Medical Device Technology
Background:
- A 72-year-old female patient with a complex cardiovascular history presented with a pacemaker site infection.
- The patient had a recent percutaneous tricuspid valve repair with a metal clip implant for severe regurgitation.
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