It was reported that out of range measurements in sensing, capture, and impedance were observed on the right ventricular (rv) lead.Diagnostic imaging was performed and confirmed that the rv lead was dislodged.During revision, the helix of the rv lead failed to extend.The rv lead was capped and replaced to resolve the event.The patient was stable and there were no adverse consequences.
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The reported event reported events were lead dislodgement, unacceptable thresholds, sensing anomaly, impedance anomaly and helix mechanism issue.As received, a complete lead was returned in one piece with helix found partially extended and clogged with blood and tissue.The reported event of helix mechanism issue was confirmed.After cleaning, the helix could be extended and retracted by applying torque directly to the connector pin.The full helix extension length was measured within specification.The cause of the reported event of helix mechanism issue was isolated to the helix being clogged with blood/tissue.The reported events of unacceptable threshold, sensing anomaly and impedance anomaly were not confirmed.Electrical testing did not find any indication of conductor fractures or internal shorts.
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