Cardiovascular implantable electronic device infection: A stepwise approach to diagnosis and management

Ala S. Dababneh; Muhammad R. Sohail

doi:10.3949/ccjm.78a.10169

Cardiovascular implantable electronic device infection: A stepwise approach to diagnosis and management

Ala S. Dababneh, Muhammad R. Sohail

Infectious Diseases

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Abstract

Infection related to cardiovascular implantable electronic devices is a serious complication, necessitating removal of the device and prolonged parenteral antibiotic therapy. Accurate diagnosis and optimal management of these infections are challenging. This review highlights the critical management decisions.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	529-537
Number of pages	9
Journal	Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine
Volume	78
Issue number	8
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.3949/ccjm.78a.10169
State	Published - Aug 2011

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