Removal of subcutaneous defibrillator shocking coils: Lessons to learn for future extraction of subcutaneous defibrillator systems.

Shady NakhlaAyman A HusseinMichael P BrunnerOussama WazniBruce L Wilkoff Khaldoun G Tarakji

Published in: Pacing and clinical electrophysiology : PACE (2018)

Drawing from our SQC removal experience, there may be a need for additional incisions and extra tools to complete removal of older subcutaneous implantable cardioverter defibrillator leads.

Keyphrases

cardiac resynchronization therapy
physical activity
heart failure
current status
middle aged
left ventricular
atrial fibrillation