Pacemaker-induced tricuspid regurgitation is uncommon immediately post-implantation
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DOI: 10.1007/s10840-017-0266-2
Abstract: BackgroundPrior studies report permanent pacemaker (PPM)-induced tricuspid regurgitation (TR) in up to one third of cases late post-implantation. We sought to assess the extent of immediate PPM-induced TR.MethodsForty patients undergoing PPM implant were prospectively enrolled.… read more here.
Keywords: tricuspid regurgitation; tte; implantation; post implantation ... See more keywords
A technique to prevent recurrence after the repair of pacemaker lead-induced tricuspid regurgitation.
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DOI: 10.1093/icvts/ivy333
Abstract: This article describes how to repair pacemaker lead-induced tricuspid regurgitation without removing the pacing leads. Our technique can eliminate the lead contact with the tricuspid leaflets and the tricuspid apparatus and is effective in preventing… read more here.
Keywords: tricuspid regurgitation; repair pacemaker; pacemaker lead; lead ... See more keywords