Retrieval of an incidentally found migrated temporary epicardial pacing wire in the superior mesenteric artery of an elderly male patient in the Northeastern United States years post heart transplant: a case report

This case highlights an alternative retrieval technique for retained TEPWs and underscores the need for clinical guidelines to manage asymptomatic cases and prevent serious complications.

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International Journal of Surgery Case Reports
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2026-02-02
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https://doi.org/10.1097/rc9.0000000000000116
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Cardiac pacing and defibrillation studies
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Retrieval of an incidentally found migrated temporary epicardial pacing wire in the superior mesenteric artery of an elderly male patient in the Northeastern United States years post heart transplant: a case report

Thomas Divinagracia, Genaro E. Herrera Cano, Neville Patel
International Journal of Surgery Case Reports
Cardiac pacing and defibrillation studies
article

Retrieval of an incidentally found migrated temporary epicardial pacing wire in the superior mesenteric artery of an elderly male patient in the Northeastern United States years post heart transplant: a case report

Thomas Divinagracia, Genaro E. Herrera Cano, Neville Patel
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Abstract

This case highlights an alternative retrieval technique for retained TEPWs and underscores the need for clinical guidelines to manage asymptomatic cases and prevent serious complications.

International Journal of Surgery Case ReportsVol. 138(3)
Hartford Hospital (US), University of Connecticut (US), Waterbury Hospital (US)
Good health and well-being
Openalex Percentile: Top 68%
Cardiac pacing and defibrillation studies
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