Abstract
Percutaneous Pace-maker and ICD lead extraction techniques has been developped : by superior approach using locking stylet and more and more efficient outher sheats (laser assisted) ; and also by femoral approach using double lasso catheters (Needle's eye snare). Indication range has increased and is not only reserved for lead infection. Because of scar tissue holding the lead and also the impact of the distal tip , those techniques are not simples. Extraction recommandations do advise those procedures to be performed by expert physicians, in cardiac surgery centers, where complications can be managed and reduced. The use of laser assisted outher sheats will make lead extraction easier and will reduce complication rate. Alternative procedure in case of failure with superior approach remain femoral approach. All those techniques give a success rate of about 98 % for percutaneous lead extraction in an expert center.
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