Predictors of Early Cardiac Implantable Electronic Device Lead Dislodgement in the Elderly.

Rafal Mlynarski Agnieszka Młynarska Michal Joniec Sylwia Gladysz-WanhaMaciej HonkowiczJoanna StachanczykKrzysztof S Gołba

Published in: International journal of environmental research and public health (2022)

Lead dislodgement often occurs in the elderly. Frailty in both men and women is a predictive factor of early lead dislodgment. Evaluating frailty may be an essential element of proper selection, especially in the elderly undergoing CIED procedures, and, consequently, it could help prevent further complications.

Keyphrases

community dwelling
middle aged
left ventricular
risk factors
heart failure