Late-Onset Infection in a Leadless Pacemaker
Breno Bernardes‐Souza, Shumpei Mori, Shipra Hingorany, Noel G. Boyle, Duc H.
Abstract
Infection of leadless pacemakers (LPM) is rare, even in patients at high risk for infections. Only 3 cases of LPM infection have been documented in the literature, all occurring within 1 month of device implantation. We report the first case, to our knowledge, of late-onset LPM infection, developing almost 2 years after implantation. (Level of Difficulty: Beginner.)
Topics & Concepts
Permanent pacemakerMedicineInfection riskCardiologySurgeryInternal medicineIntensive care medicineCardiac pacing and defibrillation studiesCardiomyopathy and Myosin StudiesCardiac Arrhythmias and Treatments