Delayed right ventricular lead perforation by a pacemaker lead 2‐year post‐implantation

Abstract

Abstract Cardiac perforation by the lead of cardiac implantable electronic devices is a critical complication that often occurs within 24 h after the implantation but can occur later. We report a case of cardiac perforation of the right ventricular wall during the chronic period, 2 years after pacemaker implantation.

Keywords

• cardiac tamponade
• delayed perforation
• non‐infections
• pacemaker lead