Key result
Lead extraction yields ~98% clinical success with low overall complications and procedure-related mortality.
Why the study?
The authors sought to analyze lead extraction procedures performed by transvenous approach or open surgery in their centre alongside short- and long-term follow-up data.
What are the success and complication rates of lead extraction procedures in a referral center over a 10-year period?
Observational (n=159)
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What are the success and complication rates of lead extraction procedures in a referral center over a 10-year period?
Lead extraction procedures in a referral center demonstrate high clinical success (98%) and low procedure-related mortality (2%).
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Supports lead extraction safety in referral centers; leaves open generalizability without prospective validation.
Marinheiro et al. (2020) conducted an observational in Patients undergoing lead extraction procedures (n=159). Lead extraction procedures was evaluated on Clinical success. Lead extraction procedures achieved a 98% clinical success rate with a 2% procedure-related mortality rate and low overall complications.
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