Outcomes of tricuspid regurgitation after lead extraction
ConclusionIn our single-center analysis, extraction of leads across the TV did not significantly affect the extent of TR in most patients. Laser lead extraction was associated with a higher rate of worsening TR after extraction.
Source: Journal of Cardiovascular Electrophysiology - Category: Cardiology Authors: Colby Shanafelt,
Thomas G. Middour,
Rand Ibrahim,
Miguel Leal,
Michael S. Lloyd,
Anand D. Shah,
Stacy B. Westerman,
Mikhael F. El ‐Chami,
Faisal M. Merchant,
Neal K. Bhatia,
and other members of the Tricuspid Regurgitation after Lead Extractio Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research