Transcatheter non-acute retrieval of the tine-based leadless ventricular pacemaker.

ABSTRACT:

Aims

We report our single-centre experience of mid-term to long-term retrieval and reimplantation of a tine-based leadless pacemaker [Micra transcatheter pacing system (TPS)]. The TPS is a clinically effective alternative to transvenous single-chamber ventricular pacemakers. Whereas it is currently recommended to abandon the TPS at the end of device life, catheter-based retrieval may be favourable in specific scenarios.

Methods and results

We report on nine consecutive patients with the implanted TPS who subsequently underwent transcatheter retrieval attempts. The retrieval system consists of the original TPS delivery catheter and an off-the-shelf single-loop 7 mm snare. The procedure was guided by fluoroscopy and intracardiac echocardiography. After an implantation duration

SUBMITTER: Funasako M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11503947 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature