Erschienen in:
23.10.2020 | Case Reports
Management of cardiac implantable electronic device infection using a complete interdisciplinary approach
verfasst von:
Attila Benak, MD, Maria Kohari, MD, PhD, Zsuzsanna Besenyi, MD, PhD, Attila Makai, MD, PhD, Laszlo Saghy, MD, PhD, PD Dr. med. habil. Mate Vamos, MD, PhD
Erschienen in:
Herzschrittmachertherapie + Elektrophysiologie
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Ausgabe 1/2021
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Abstract
Technological advances and increasing operator experience have improved the success rate of transvenous lead extraction (TLE). However, in some cases—especially with longer lead dwelling time—TLE can be highly complicated. In this case report, the authors present an unusual case of implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) pocket infection diagnosed by 18F‑fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography/computed tomography (18F‑FDG-PET/CT). Complete lead extraction required a combined transvenous and surgical approach. Contralateral reimplantation failed due to occlusion of the right brachiocephalic vein. Therefore, a subcutaneous ICD was implanted. This case highlights the importance of an interdisciplinary approach to the treatment of cardiac implantable electronic device infection.