Leadless Pacemaker Implantation in a Patient with Bioprosthetic Tricuspid Valve
Author Information
Author(s): Majid Haghjoo, Mahsa Mohammadi, Mohammadreza Iranian, Sedigheh Saedi, Yaser Toloueitabar, Amirfarjam Fazelifar
Primary Institution: Rajaie Cardiovascular Medical and Research Institute Tehran Iran
Hypothesis
Can a leadless pacemaker be safely implanted in a patient with a bioprosthetic tricuspid valve who developed complete atrioventricular block?
Conclusion
The leadless pacemaker was successfully implanted without complications, and the patient showed proper functioning during follow-up.
Supporting Evidence
- Leadless pacemakers can avoid complications associated with conventional pacing leads.
- Postoperative atrioventricular block occurs in a significant percentage of patients after cardiac surgery.
- Leadless pacemakers have been shown to be safe and effective in treating heart blocks.
Takeaway
A doctor put a special kind of pacemaker inside a patient’s heart to help it beat properly after surgery, and it worked really well without any problems.
Methodology
The leadless pacemaker was implanted using standard techniques, with careful monitoring of electrical measurements and fluoroscopic guidance.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
A 21-year-old man with repaired congenital heart disease.
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