Pacemaker Lead Implantation Through an Unrecognized Right Subclavian Vein Occlusion: A Case Report

Akihiro Mizuno1

  • 1Department of Cardiology, Eiju General Hospital, Tokyo, JPN.

Cureus
|April 15, 2026
PubMed
Summary

Transvenous pacemaker implantation is challenging with central venous occlusion. This case shows successful lead placement through an unrecognized chronic right subclavian vein occlusion using a guidewire.