Key result
Excimer laser extraction successfully removes entrapped leads despite two serious complications requiring emergency sternotomy.
Why the study?
Removing entrapped pacing and defibrillator leads has been greatly simplified by using the excimer laser extractor, but the safety profile and complications require clarification.
Is the excimer laser extractor safe and effective for removing entrapped pacing and defibrillator leads?
Comparison
Use of excimer laser extractor for lead removal
Design
Observational case series
Authors
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Requires surgical backup for laser lead extraction; leaves open safety assessment in larger prospective cohorts.
Observational
Is the excimer laser extractor safe and effective for removing entrapped pacing and defibrillator leads?
Excimer laser extraction is effective for removing entrapped leads but carries a risk of serious vascular and cardiac tears requiring emergent surgical management.
Parsonnet et al. (2001) conducted an observational in Entrapped pacing and defibrillator leads. Excimer laser extractor was evaluated on Successful lead removal and serious complications. Excimer laser extraction successfully removed 62 entrapped pacing and defibrillator leads, though two serious complications occurred requiring emergency sternotomy.
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