Myopotentials leading to ventricular fibrillation detection after advisory defibrillator generator replacement

Pacing Clin Electrophysiol. 2006 Nov;29(11):1273-6. doi: 10.1111/j.1540-8159.2006.00531.x.

Abstract

We present an unusual source of oversensing following an internal cardioverter-defibrillator generator change. The early appearance of reproducible myopotentials in the defibrillator sensing channel is usually due to a technical complication at the time of device implantation. Clues such as abrupt impedance change or reproduction with mechanical stimulation can help to localize a problem. Frequently the complication requires reoperation to examine the system. What do you do when everything seems to be working fine?

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Action Potentials*
  • Aged
  • Artifacts*
  • Defibrillators, Implantable*
  • Device Removal*
  • Electrocardiography / methods*
  • Equipment Failure Analysis / methods
  • Equipment Failure*
  • False Positive Reactions
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Ventricular Fibrillation / diagnosis*