How to Avoid and Manage CIED Implantation-Related Complications-Are All Leads the Same? How Can We Avoid the Lemon? (Presenter: Edward J. Schloss, MD, FHRS)

Are All Leads the Same? How Can We Avoid the Lemon? (Presenter: Edward J. Schloss, MD, FHRS)

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The speaker discusses the concept of "lemon leads," which are leads that have issues or failures that were not apparent at the beginning. He emphasizes the importance of being cautious when adopting new leads and suggests that one should diversify their lead choices and not rely on a single lead. He advises conducting research and asking questions before using a new lead, as well as looking for signals and case reports of issues with leads. The three categories of leads that often turn out to be lemons are new materials, revolutionary designs, and suspect design evolutions. The speaker cautions against quickly adopting new leads and suggests using well-performed legacy leads as long as possible. He also encourages doctors to understand lead design and to pay attention to signals or chatter that might indicate issues with a lead.

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Lecture ID 4515

Location Room 155

Presenter Edward J. Schloss, MD, FHRS

Role Invited Speaker

Session Date and Time May 10, 2019 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Session Number S-088

Keywords

lemon leads

caution in lead adoption

diversifying lead choices

research and questioning new leads

issues with leads