Successful dual chamber ICD implantation via a persistent left superior vena cava after ratchet syndrome
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Device implantations may be challenging in patients with venous abnormalities. The most common congenital variation, frequently associated with other congenital abnormalities, is a persistent left superior vena cava (PLSVC), and successful atrial and ventricular lead implantation via a PLSVC have both been reported [1]. “Ratchet syndrome” has also been reported as a rare complication after a newly implanted pacemaker or implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) and involves lead dislodgement and retraction due to a ratchet-like movement through the suture sleeve that causes a continuous short pull [2,3]. Here, we present a rare case in which successful dual-chamber ICD implantation via a PLSVC was achieved after the occurrence of ratchet syndrome.
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Combined implantation of dual-chamber ICD and optimizer through a persistent left superior vena cava
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