Evaluation of safety and feasibility of leadless pacemaker implantation following the removal of an infected pacemaker
Conclusion: Direct implantation of a leadless pacemaker is safe and feasible for patients with local infection of the pacing system after removal of the electrode as an alternative to a bridge period with a temporary pacemaker. This strategy may be a better option for pacing-dependent patients.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved
Source: Pacing and Clinical Electrophysiology : PACE - Category: Cardiology Authors: Jianghua Zhang,
Long He,
Qiang Xing,
Xianhui Zhou,
Yaodong Li,
Ling Zhang,
Yanmei Lu,
Zukela Tuerhong,
Xu Yang,
Baopeng Tang Tags: ORIGINAL ‐ ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY Source Type: research
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