A "tetra-axial" system in transfemoral lead extraction

Clin Case Rep. 2017 May 10;5(6):1000-1002. doi: 10.1002/ccr3.983. eCollection 2017 Jun.

Abstract

Pacemaker lead extractors must become familiar with transfemoral approaches for lead extraction as a bail-out procedure for a failed superior approach. We presented a "tetra-axial" system for transfemoral lead extraction. This system would be more widely applicable in cases with difficulties in extraction, resulting in more procedural success.

Keywords: A tetra‐axial system; child‐in‐mother technique; lead extraction.

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  • Case Reports