Abstract

Superior vena cava (SVC) tear is a rare but known complication of lead extraction which even with appropriate surgical rescue has a high mortality rate. We evaluated the ability of the compliant balloon to occlude the SVC when placed through the subclavian vein in patients undergoing lead extraction

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