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Fracture and Perforation of Coronary Sinus Lead due to Retained Guide Wire During Index Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Implantation

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Our case reinforces that the retained guidewire technique should be abandoned for coronary sinus lead stabilization during cardiac resynchronization therapy. Although rarely encountered today, patients previously implanted using historical methods may present with severe mechanical complications and high-risk extraction profiles. Early recognition and referral to experienced lead extraction centers is essential.

Source: Journal of Arrhythmia

DOI: 10.1002/joa3.70293

Authors: Süleyman Cihan Kara, Ugur Canpolat, Kudret Aytemir

Institution: Hacettepe University

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: $1,540