[Twiddler syndrome: a rare complication of ICD implantation]

Kardiol Pol. 2007 Sep;65(9):1094-6.
[Article in Polish]

Abstract

Twiddler syndrome is a rare complication after pacemaker or ICD implantation. We present a case of a man who experienced 7 inappropriate ICD shocks because of this complication. Treatment included total system removal and new device implantation on the right side.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Defibrillators, Implantable / adverse effects*
  • Equipment Failure
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Recurrence
  • Syndrome
  • Tachycardia, Ventricular / therapy