Key result
Insertion of an atrial lead through the ipsilateral vein system was successfully achieved using the supraclavicular approach of the subclavian vein in a patient with total left subclavian occlusion.
Why the study?
Does the supraclavicular approach of the subclavian vein allow for lead insertion in patients with total occlusion of the subclavian vein?
Case Report (n=1)
Does the supraclavicular approach of the subclavian vein allow for lead insertion in patients with total occlusion of the subclavian vein?
The supraclavicular approach of the subclavian vein is a viable technique for lead insertion in patients with ipsilateral subclavian vein occlusion.
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Supraclavicular subclavian access may enable lead placement despite occlusion; leaves open safety and efficacy in larger series.
Antonelli et al. (2001) conducted a case report in Total occlusion of the left subclavian vein and pacemaker syndrome (n=1). Supraclavicular approach of the subclavian vein puncture was evaluated on Successful insertion of an atrial lead. Insertion of an atrial lead through the ipsilateral vein system was successfully achieved using the supraclavicular approach of the subclavian vein in a patient with total left subclavian occlusion.
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