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Percutaneous extraction of an overcoiled temporary pacemaker lead using a femoral introducer sheath

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Temporary pacemaker placement is essential for the acute management of high-grade AV block, particularly in scenarios with impending hemodynamic compromise where pharmacological measures (e.g., atropine or isoproterenol) prove insufficient or contraindicated (1,2). Although the most commonly reported complications include lead displacement, perforation, or local infection, the formation of knots or overcoiling within the heart is seldom described (7–10). When overlooked or improperly managed, this phenomenon can lead to severe hemodynamic consequences (3).

Source: HeartRhythm Case Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.hrcr.2025.06.005

Authors: Juan Carlos Solis-Gómez, Edwin A. Morales Miranda, Elias Noel Andrade-Cuellar, Estela Bello-Garcia, Antonio Vargas-Cruz, Rogelio Robledo-Nolasco

Institutions: Institute for Social Security and Services for State Workers, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

Language: English

Topic: Cardiac pacing and defibrillation studies

Subfield: Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,100