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Transvenous lead extraction is the gold standard for lead removal, with future improvements relying on new technologies, techniques, and appropriate training to ensure safety and efficacy.
This review highlights the growing importance of transvenous lead extraction and the need for new technologies, techniques, and appropriate training to improve safety and efficacy globally.
Supports investment in extraction training; leaves open prospective validation of emerging technologies.
INTRODUCTION: Transvenous lead extraction (TLE) is the gold standard for lead removal. The increasing rate of cardiac implantable electronic device (CIED) implantations and of CIED related complications highlight the importance of transvenous lead extraction . AREAS COVERED: The TLE scenario is constantly changing. Optimizing lead related technology and improving TLE practice across the world are the cornerstones to improving safety and efficacy. We review the state of the art in TLE, focusing on potential future implications and improvements in terms of skills and technologies. Expert commentary: The increased number of extractions will increase the necessity of safe and effective TLE. New technologies, techniques and appropriate training is warranted across the world.
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Bongiorni et al. (2016) conducted a review in Cardiac implantable electronic device (CIED) related complications. Transvenous lead extraction (TLE) was evaluated. Transvenous lead extraction is the gold standard for lead removal, with future improvements relying on new technologies, techniques, and appropriate training to ensure safety and efficacy.
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