Complete removal of the device, alongside antibiotic therapy, is essential for curing infections of cardiovascular implantable electronic devices.
Reinforces device extraction with antibiotics in CIED infection; leaves open need for prospective trials before changing practice.
As cardiac implantable electronic devices become increasingly common, infections (generally caused by staphylococci) are also more frequent. In addition to antibiotic therapy, complete removal of the device is required for cure.
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