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Superior vena cava (SVC) syndrome is a rare complication of transvenous pacemaker implantation. Treatment strategies include endovascular stenting and open SVC reconstruction. In either case, the need for implantation of… Click to show full abstract
Superior vena cava (SVC) syndrome is a rare complication of transvenous pacemaker implantation. Treatment strategies include endovascular stenting and open SVC reconstruction. In either case, the need for implantation of new pacing leads can present clinical challenges. Here we present the first reported use of a surgically placed leadless pacemaker for the treatment of pacemaker-induced SVC syndrome.
Keywords:
vena cava;
pacemaker;
leadless pacemaker;
superior vena
Journal Title: HeartRhythm Case Reports
Year Published: 2019
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Journal Title: HeartRhythm Case Reports
Year Published: 2019
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