From the Research
Complications of CardioMEMS Implantation Surgery
- Hemoptysis: a potential life-threatening complication of CardioMEMS sensor implantation, which may be precipitated by a minor wire-induced distal branch pulmonary artery injury 1
- Device endothelialization: a rare but significant complication that can dampen pressure waveforms, requiring proper placement in vessels larger than 7 mm and careful monitoring of waveforms 2
- Vascular injury and anesthesia risks: associated with invasive haemodynamic catheterization, which can be avoided with the use of CardioMEMS device 3
- Dysfunctional implantable pulmonary artery sensor device: requiring reimplantation in some cases 2
Safety and Efficacy of CardioMEMS Implantation
- No reported complications related to the implantation of the CardioMEMS device in pediatric Fontan patients 3
- Successful use of the CardioMEMS heart failure system requires an understanding of the technical issues surrounding the implantation procedure 4
- Alternative access sites, such as brachial vein access, can be used for CardioMEMS implantation in patients who cannot undergo the procedure via routine access sites 5