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Pulmonary embolisation of retained transvenous pacemaker electrode
British Heart Journal
|March 1, 1977
Summary
A retained pacemaker electrode fragment migrated through large veins and embolized into the pulmonary artery. This case highlights a rare complication of pacemaker lead removal in patients with congestive myocardiopathy.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Medical Devices
- Complication Management
Background:
- Pacemaker lead removal can be complicated by lead incarceration.
- Congestive myocardiopathy presents unique challenges in pacemaker lead management.