• Cleve Clin J Med · Aug 2011

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    Cardiovascular implantable electronic device infection: a stepwise approach to diagnosis and management.

    • Ala S Dababneh and Muhammad R Sohail.
    • Division of Infectious Diseases, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA.
    • Cleve Clin J Med. 2011 Aug 1;78(8):529-37.

    AbstractInfection related to cardiovascular implantable electronic devices is a serious complication, necessitating removal of the device and prolonged parenteral antibiotic therapy. Accurate diagnosis and optimal management of these infections are challenging. This review highlights the critical management decisions.

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