Intraoperative transesophageal echocardiography in the early detection of acute tamponade after laser extraction of a defibrillator lead.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Laser-assisted intracardiac lead extraction is associated with a 1%-2% incidence of pericardial tamponade. Because of this risk, many of these procedures are being performed in an operating room with a cardiac surgeon immediately available. Transesophageal echocardiography is a useful intraoperative monitor during these procedures.
Medical subject headings
- Cardiac Tamponade
- Device Removal
- Echocardiography, Transesophageal
- Intraoperative Complications
- Pacemaker, Artificial