Extraction of a Proximal Portion of a Fractured Lead Using a Bulldog Lead Extender in a Patient with Recurrent Septicaemia Following Incomplete Removal of Pacemaker Leads
Abstract
Pacemaker
lead infection is a rare but serious complication of permanent transvenous
pacing, and the prognosis is serious if all the implanted materials are not
completely removed. In this case report, we aim to describe the management of a
fractured pacemaker lead caused by the extraction procedure using a bulldog
lead extender.
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References
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Details
Primary Language
English
Subjects
Clinical Sciences
Journal Section
Case Report
Authors
Taner Şen
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Halil İbrahim Durmuş
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Muhammed Oylumlu
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Celal Kilit
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Basri Amasyalı
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Publication Date
August 1, 2016
Submission Date
August 1, 2016
Acceptance Date
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Published in Issue
Year 2016 Volume: 19 Number: 2