Sternotomy for a patient with S-ICD

█ Case Report

DOI: 10.26430/CHUNGARICA.2023.53.3.268

Authors:
Németh Marianna, Daróczi László, Osztheimer István, Parázs Nóra, Hartyánszky István Ifj., Gellér László, Merkely Béla, Zima Endre

Levelezési cím:
Dr. Németh Marianna, e-mail: marianna.nemeth.md@gmail.com

Summary
Over the last decade, subcutaneous implantable cardioverter defibrillators (S-ICDs) have become suitable alternatives to single-chamber transvenous ICD systems in selected patients. However, there is limited experience with patients with S-ICDs who require a sternotomy. There are also concerns about electrode damage during cardiac surgery, electrode placement after sternal closure, and potential interference between the electrode and the sternal closure wires.

ISSUE: CARDIOLOGIA HUNGARICA | 2023 | VOLUME 53, ISSUE 3

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