Handheld ultrasound device-guided axillary vein access for pacemaker and defibrillator implantation

While ultrasound assistance for accessing the axillary vein has been established as a reliable method for cardiac pacemaker and cardioverter-defibrillator leads implantation, there Tables is a lack of information regarding the utilization of portable handheld ultrasound devices within this context.We describe our Baselayer experience with the systematic use of a pocket-sized handheld ultrasound device during the implantation of transvenous cardiovascular implantable electronic devices.