[ICD lead defects: diagnosis and therapeutical options]

Herzschrittmacherther Elektrophysiol. 2008 Dec;19(4):169-80. doi: 10.1007/s00399-008-0025-2. Epub 2009 Feb 11.
[Article in German]

Abstract

The number of cardioverter/defibrillator (ICD) implantations has been steadily increasing; thus, ICD lead-associated complications are an important issue. No clear recommendations for the diagnosis and management are available. This article gives an overview of how to diagnose and manage an ICD lead defect. Possible therapeutic options are discussed by reviewing the literature.

Publication types

  • English Abstract
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Defibrillators, Implantable / adverse effects*
  • Device Removal / instrumentation*
  • Device Removal / methods*
  • Electrodes, Implanted / adverse effects*
  • Equipment Failure*
  • Foreign Bodies / diagnosis*
  • Foreign Bodies / etiology
  • Foreign Bodies / therapy*
  • Humans