Safety and efficacy of transvenous lead extraction in octogenarians using powered extraction sheaths

ConclusionTransvenous lead extraction in octogenarians with old leads, is safe and effective when performed in experienced centers. Patient's age should therefore not be considered as contraindication for lead extraction using powered extraction sheaths.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved

Source: Pacing and Clinical Electrophysiology : PACE - February 17, 2021 Category: Cardiology Authors: Heiko Burger, Samer Hakmi, Johannes Petersen, Yalin Yildirim, Yeong ‐Hoon Choi, Stephan Willems, Hermann Reichenspurner, Tibor Ziegelhoeffer, Simon Pecha Tags: ORIGINAL ‐ DEVICES Source Type: research