Pacing lead thrombus in patient with recent COVID-19 infection and subsequent vaccination: a case report.
Alberto PalazzuoliChristian MingianoNiccolò ManettiChiara LeoliniAntonella FossiPublished in: European heart journal. Case reports (2024)
COVID-19 infection results in a hypercoagulable state with risk of developing thrombus diffusely, including intracardiac thrombosis. The presence of external devices, such as the intracardiac leads, may increase thrombotic risk since the presence of an external device in the bloodstream could trigger coagulation cascade. This case report highlights the need for special care in this patient setting, using specific imaging techniques for early and rapid diagnosis to optimize therapy.