In patients undergoing CRT device implantation a lead positioning in the coronary sinus is required. Even this part of the surgical procedure is challenging. In this study we compared retrospectively to methods of CS-lead implantation: conventional vs. EP-catheter guided.
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
120
University of Cologne
Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Total Fluoroscopy Time
During CRT device implantation fluoroscopy is used and the total fluoroscopy time is counted.
Time frame: During implantation
Contrast medium account
contrast medium is used and counted during crt device implantation.
Time frame: During surgical procedure
Successful implantation
Successful crt implantation was defined as effective positioning of RV and CS lead +/- right atrial lead.
Time frame: During surgical procedure
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