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Low Utilization of Lead Extraction Among Patients With Infective Endocarditis and CIED – Call for Change

CIED-associated infections are associated with higher morbidity, mortality and costs, however few patients are recommended for transvenous lead extraction (TLE)

Low Lead Extraction Rates With Endocarditis Raise Alarm

Group calls it a case of clear mismanagement that should be a "call to arms" for the field

Mortality Climbs When CIED Infections Are ‘Delayed’ After Implant

Some infections associated with cardiac implantable electronic devices (CIEDs) are manageable and don't much affect clinical outcomes. Others, at the opposite side of the risk continuum, may raise mortality many times over.

Timing of Pacemaker, ICD Infections Suggests Closer Wound Checks for Some

Researchers stress early detection and treatment of CIED infection

Adaptive Pacemaker Fails in HFpEF

Using an adaptive pacemaker in patients diagnosed with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) failed to improve exercise performance, the RAPID-HF trial showed.