Key result
Persistent left superior vena cava discovered during cardiac device implantation presents significant anatomical challenges that may necessitate alternative strategies such as contralateral or epicardial lead placement.
Why the study?
Persistent left superior vena cava is often diagnosed unexpectedly during left-sided venous catheterisation, making intracardiac lead placement more challenging and time consuming.
Population
Two patients with persistent left superior vena cava discovered during device implantation
Design
Two case reports and literature review
Authors
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Alerts to PLSVC in difficult device access; leaves open optimal lead strategies for this anomaly.
Case Report (n=2)
No
Persistent left superior vena cava is a congenital anomaly that can unexpectedly complicate cardiac device implantation.
Assili et al. (2023) conducted a case report in Persistent Left Superior Vena Cava (PLSVC) (n=2). Cardiac device implantation was evaluated. Persistent left superior vena cava discovered during cardiac device implantation presents significant anatomical challenges that may necessitate alternative strategies such as contralateral or epicardial lead placement.
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