Implantation of a leadless pacemaker in a patient after suicidal self-extraction of a transvenous pacing system
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Successful implantation of a leadless pacemaker after intentional removal of a transvenous device, demonstrating a feasible immediate alternative for pacing support.
Emphasis on infection control and vascular assessment prior to reimplantation, with periprocedural antibiotics and imaging to exclude lead-related complications.
Multidisciplinary management including cardiology, psychiatry and surgery ensured patient safety and addressed suicidal intent and device security.
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