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It was reported that the patient developed seroma.The physician contacted boston scientific to request information regarding the management of the seroma.The seroma was identified during a postoperative follow-up visit approximately three weeks after the implant procedure.The patient had a history of atrial fibrillation and was receiving eliquis (apixaban), which was reported as a medical condition and concomitant medication.Additional medications included atenolol, dorzolamide, latanoprost, and bumex.The fluid collection was located directly over the intera 3000 hai pump and presented as painless swelling without redness.The seroma was diagnosed based on physical examination only; no imaging studies were performed.The estimated fluid volume was approximately 50 ml, and the fluid was reported to be slightly bloody.The pump was not explanted or replaced.At the time of reporting, no recurrence of the seroma had been observed.
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