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Does multidetector computed tomography (MDCT) effectively detect right ventricular free wall perforation by a pacemaker lead?
Does multidetector computed tomography (MDCT) effectively detect right ventricular free wall perforation by a pacemaker lead?
Multidetector computed tomography is a valuable imaging modality for diagnosing pacemaker lead perforation and planning its extraction.
MDCT may aid extraction planning when lead perforation is suspected; leaves open its routine diagnostic role pending prospective studies.
Pacemaker lead perforation is a recognized complication of lead implantation, particularly with active fixation leads. Multidetector computed tomography (MDCT) is emerging as the imaging modality of choice in diagnosing lead perforation, identifying associated sequelae such as pericardial effusion and planning extraction. We present a case illustrating the use of MDCT in a case of right ventricular (RV) lead perforation manifesting 5 days after cardiac resynchronization therapy pacing.
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