Transvenous-subcutaneous implantation of a cardioverter-defibrillator after bioprosthetic replacement of a tricuspid valve |
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Authors: | Doll N Dähnert I Dorszewski A Bernau H Wetzel U Schneider P Gummert J F Mohr F W |
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Affiliation: | Herzzentrum, Klinik für Herzchirurgie, Universit?t Leipzig, Strümpellstrasse 39, 04289 Leipzig, Germany. dolln@medizin.uni-leipzig.de |
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Abstract: | The implantation of transvenous devices in patients who underwent tricuspid valve replacement represents problems, especially if an epicardial position is not available. The implantation of a "pace-sense" lead via the coronary sinus is a safe and feasible procedure. For experienced surgeons in implantation of biventricular devices, the implantation of leads via the coronary sinus is a routine procedure. Bipolar leads are essential for the correct sensing and pacing of the implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD). In patients who underwent tricuspid valve replacement who have the indication of an ICD implantation postoperatively, the combination of a shock electrode placed in the superior vena cava, a subcutaneous array positioned on the left posterior close to the spine and an active can, placed subpectorally in the left infraclavicular region, is an alternative solution. |
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