A complication of pacemaker lead extraction: Paradoxical embolism of a lead fragment in a leg artery

Authors
Dieuzaide, P Savon, N Chalvidan, T LeTallec, L DeHaro, JC Djiane, P
Citation
P. Dieuzaide et al., A complication of pacemaker lead extraction: Paradoxical embolism of a lead fragment in a leg artery, PACE, 21(12), 1998, pp. 2699-2700
Citations number
5
Categorie Soggetti
Cardiovascular & Respiratory Systems","Cardiovascular & Hematology Research
Journal title
PACE-PACING AND CLINICAL ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY
ISSN journal
01478389 → ACNP
Volume
21
Issue
12
Year of publication
1998
Pages
2699 - 2700
Database
ISI
SICI code
0147-8389(199812)21:12<2699:ACOPLE>2.0.ZU;2-7
Abstract
Extraction of three chronically implanted pacemaker leads was performed via the implant vein in a 71-year-old man. One of the leads broke in the subcl avian scar tissue. The lead fragment migrated into the left peroneotibial t runk artery. Transesophageal echocardiography showed patent foremen or ale associated with right-to-left atrial shunt. This complication of lead extra ction is discussed along with the role of echocardiography prior to lead re moval.