Management of an Exposed Cardiac Pacemaker Through the Surgical Rotational Flap.

Abstract

Pacemaker pocket erosion with exposure is a significant complication of cardiac implantable electronic devices, particularly in elderly patients with limited subcutaneous tissue. This case report details the successful management of a 93-year-old woman presenting with pacemaker extrusion, treated through antibiotic therapy, generator replacement, and covering with a rotation flap. This case underlines the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration and careful approaches in addressing dangerous device-related complications in fragile patients.