In:
In a good rythm, Index Copernicus, Vol. 1, No. 58 ( 2021-5-31), p. 13-15
Abstract:
In recent decades, there has been a steady increase in the number of cardiac implantable electronic devices (CIED) procedures and complexity of implanted systems. Simultaneously a significant increase of complication’s rate has been observed including infections with rates ranging from 0,5 to 3,4% annually. Infectious complications can be divided into two groups: related to microbial colonization of parts of the system during implantation and related to bloodstream infection. Factors that increase the risk of infection could be: patient-related, procedure-related, or device-related. Some of them are modifiable, whereas others are non-modifiable. Among the most relevant are: pocket haematoma, infection/fever within 24 hours before procedure, temporary pacing, concomitant diseases, procedure duration and operator experience. There are numerous simple measures that can be undertaken pre-procedurally, during procedure and post procedure, which can significantly reduce the risk of CIED infection. The paper discusses the key messages of the 2020 EHRA document.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
1896-7892
,
2300-7389
DOI:
10.5604/01.3001.0015.0104
Language:
English
Publisher:
Index Copernicus
Publication Date:
2021
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