Single Center Experience on the Explantation of Insertable Cardiac Monitors Outside the Electrophysiology Lab

Abstract

Introduction It has been shown that insertable cardiac monitor (ICM) can safely be implanted in less intensive hospital settings (LIHS). Aim of this analysis is to assess feasibility and safety of ICM explantation or replacement (EoR) procedures, when performed in a LIHS, like a room outside the Electrophysiology/Catheterization laboratory or Operating room (EP/CATH/OR). Methods We prospectively collected data of consecutive patients indicated for explanting an ICM (Reveal LINQTM-Medtronic Inc) in our center due to recommended replacement time (RRT). ICM implant indication, performed ICM diagnoses, R wave sensing amplitude and signal quality at explant and replacement (if performed), procedure times during the procedure were collected. Results From