Silicone pouch for protection of automatic implantable cardioverter-defibrillator leads.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Automatic implantable cardioverter-defibrillator has become routine treatment for recurrent, drug-resistant ventricular tachycardia. Although there is documentation regarding clinical experience and device performance, there is little information on how to avoid complications related to the retrieval of sensing and defibrillation leads from the subcutaneous space. We are reporting our experience with a silicone pouch for protection of automatic implantable cardioverter-defibrillator leads that allows immediate and simple retrieval of the leads in case an automatic implantable cardioverter-defibrillator generator is needed.
Medical subject headings
- Electric Countershock
- Prostheses and Implants
- Silicones
- Tachycardia