Figure 8. Location of thumb and needle entry
5.
Feel with the thumb the pressure from the passage of the needle
through the super
fi
cial fascia; direct the needle deep into the tissues
toward the subclavian vein and the underlying
fi
rst rib. Fluoroscopic
guidance will reduce the chance that the needle would pass below the
fi
rst rib and into the lung.
Positioning Lead in Right Ventricle
Correct functioning of the lead depends on appropriate placement of the
electrodes. Follow the instructions below to position the lead.
1.
Ensure the helix is retracted.
CAUTION:
Do not insert a lead into the vein when the helix is extended, as
this may cause damage to the tissue and/or lead. Prior to insertion in the
vein, rotate the terminal pin counterclockwise to retract the helix into the distal
lead tip.
2.
Partially withdraw the stylet during lead positioning to minimize tip stiffness.
NOTE:
A curved stylet may enhance maneuverability.
3.
Under
fl
uoroscopy and with a stylet in the lead, advance the lead as far
as possible so the tip electrode is in healthy myocardium in the apex of
the right ventricle.
WARNING:
Use
fl
uoroscopy to verify that the lead tip is directed toward the
apex when implanted. Other positions may result in lead movement which
could affect de
fi
brillation ef
fi
cacy.
WARNING:
Take care to obtain appropriate electrode position. Failure to do
so may result in higher de
fi
brillation thresholds or may render the lead unable
to de
fi
brillate a patient whose tachyarrythmia(s) might otherwise be convertible
by a pulse generator system.
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