Subcutaneous Double 'Purse String Suture'A Safe Method for Femoral Vein Access Site Closure after Leadless Pacemaker Implantation

摘要

BackgroundLeadless cardiac pacemaker (LCP) requires large-caliber venous sheaths for device placement. Sheath sizes for these procedures vary from 18- to 23-French (F). The most common complications are hematomas, pseudoaneurysms, and arteriovenous fistulas. Complete and secure closure of the venous access is an important step at the end of such a procedure.