Key result
Micra leadless pacemaker implantation caused an endocardial tear and dissection due to contact with the sharp edge of the delivery cup, resulting in pericardial effusion.
Why the study?
Leadless pacemakers offer many advantages, but they are still associated with a few serious complications.
Case Report (n=1)
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This case highlights a rare but serious complication of endocardial dissection during leadless pacemaker (Micra) implantation.
Endocardial tear risk during Micra implantation warrants procedural vigilance; case report leaves open optimal prevention strategies.
BACKGROUND: Leadless pacemakers are a recent technological advancement. It has many advantages, but there are still a few serious complications. CASE PRESENTATION: This article reports the case of a patient with an endocardial tear and dissection caused by contact with the tip of the Micra cup during surgery and summarises the relevant data. CONCLUSIONS: This case report details the occurrence and management of the incident and provides some guidance for future clinical management.
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Zhang et al. (2024) conducted a case report in High-degree atrioventricular block (n=1). Micra leadless pacemaker implantation was evaluated on Endocardial tear and dissection. Micra leadless pacemaker implantation caused an endocardial tear and dissection due to contact with the sharp edge of the delivery cup, resulting in pericardial effusion.
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