Removal of Transvenous Pacing Leads in Artificial Cardiac Stimulation Systems

Conclusion: Complications and clinical success were observed in 11.5% and 91.8% of the population, respectively. Removal of older atrial and ventricular leads were associated with lower success rates. Longer procedures and blood transfusions were associated with complications.
Source: Arquivos Brasileiros de Cardiologia - Category: Cardiology Source Type: research