Successful implantation of leadless pacemakers in children: a case series.

ABSTRACT:

Background

A leadless pacemaker is a new concept in which a miniaturized pacing device is self-contained within the heart. Recently published data show that leadless pacemakers are associated with a decreased risk of major complications when compared with transvenous cardiac pacemakers. This seems to be of particular importance in children and young adults in whom various complications may occur during their lifetime.

Case summary

Herein, we report the successful implantation of Micra™ Transcatheter Pacing System in two children: 12-year-old boy and 13-year-old girl, along with a long-term follow-up. The children had indications for pacemaker implantation, however, with an expected low percentage of pacing due to paroxysmal nature of the third-degree atrioventricular block.

SUBMITTER: Jedrzejczyk-Patej E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7319807 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature