Lead extraction procedure to remove rv and lv leads, due to infection.The lv lead was extracted with only traction.The rv lead was prepped with lld ez, and then the procedure began using 14f gl.After lasing at subclavian about 5 sec, the lead tip freed and the lead was extracted by traction.At this point, the blood pressure had no change; however, the physician confirmed small effusion by tee.After 15 minutes follow-up, it did not get worse.The surgeon performed incision and a drain tube was placed.According to the physician, the injury part could have been cardiac apex.
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