Diagnostic ultrasound is an important modality for detecting and confirming malpositioned pacemaker leads.
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May aid detection of malpositioned leads in select cases; leaves open need for prospective validation before wider use.
Pacemaker leads crossing the atrial septum is a rare occurance, and early detection is important. Diagnostic ultrasound plays a crucial role in diagnosis and confirmation of a malpositioned lead. One such case is presented in this article.
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