Linox

AIMS: Transvenous lead extraction (TLE) of implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) leads is considered challenging. The structure of each ICD leads is variable between manufacturer and model families. The net impact of lead family on the safety and effectiveness of TLE is poorly characterized. We assessed the safety and efficacy of ICD TLE and the impact of manufacturer ICD model family on the outcomes. METHODS: The study cohort included all consecutive patients with ICD who underwent TLE between 2013-2022 and are enrolled in the Cleveland Clinic Prospective TLE Registry...

BACKGROUND: The long-term relationship between fracture-prone implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) leads and poor prognosis remains unclear in Japanese patients. METHODS: We conducted a retrospective review of the records of 445 patients who underwent implantation of advisory/Linox leads (Sprint Fidelis, 118; Riata, nine; Isoline, 10; Linox S/SD, 45) and non-advisory leads (Endotak Reliance, 33; Durata, 199; Sprint non-Fidelis, 31) between January 2005 and June 2012 at our hospital...

BACKGROUND: Lead failure is the major limitation in implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) therapy. Long-term follow-up data for Biotronik Linox ICD leads are limited. Therefore, we analyzed the performance of all these leads implanted at our institution. MATERIALS & METHODS: All Linox and Linox Smart ICD leads implanted between 2006 and 2015 were identified. Lead failure was defined as electrical dysfunction (oversensing, abnormal impedance, exit-block)...

An 81-year-old male with a history of systolic heart failure due to an underlying ischemic cardiomyopathy with a left ventricular ejection fraction of 13% and QRS duration of 130 ms had undergone an uncomplicated cardiac resynchronization therapy defibrillator implantation (Quadra Assura MP, St. Jude Medical, LV lead (SJM Quartet 1458Q-86), RA lead (Biotronik Safio S53) and RV shocklead (Biotronik Linox Smart S65 ProMRI) in 2015.

PURPOSE: Since the introduction of the Biotronik Linox S/SD leads in 2006, there have been multiple reports of premature lead failure. The purpose of this study was to investigate the longevity of the Linox S/SD leads and to identify the possible predictors of lead failure in a single tertiary implant center. METHODS: We retrospectively reviewed patients who underwent implantation of Linox S/SD leads or Sorin Vigila 1CR/2CR leads (the same Linox S/SD leads marketed by Sorin) at our center...

INTRODUCTION: Implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) are proven to prevent sudden death in patients at elevated risk for sustained ventricular tachycardia or fibrillation. Complications related to ICD failure can stem from lead dysfunction, manufacturing defects, patient characteristics, or implantation technique. We conducted a review of all ICD leads implanted at our center from 2011 to 2017 to determine risk factors for premature lead failure. METHODS: We conducted a retrospective review of patients of all ICD leads implanted from December 2011 to June 2017 at our institution...

PURPOSE: The Biotronik LinoxSmart DX implanted cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) lead is a novel VDD lead with the advantage of integrated atrial sensing dipole combined with a special augmentation and filtering mechanisms. We sought to determine the efficacy of the Biotronik LinoxSmart DX ICD lead. METHODS: Non-randomized consecutive patients implanted with Biotronik LinoxSmart DX lead at Sheba Medical Center were included in this study. Electrical parameters and arrhythmic events were recorded during follow up of one year...

BACKGROUND: Leads are often considered the weakest link in implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) systems, and lead dysfunction is a major concern for ICD recipients. The aim of this study was to compare the lead performance from three different manufacturers. METHODS: We retrospectively reviewed consecutive patients who underwent ICD system implantation at Chiba University Hospital, Japan, between March 2008 and September 2017. The following leads were implanted in our center: Durata (St...

BACKGROUND: An early failure of Biotronik Linox implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) leads has been reported from several centers. AIM: To compare the performance of Linox ICD leads with different other ICD leads as a report of the Sheba Medical Center experience. METHODS: All patients who had implantation of Linox ICD leads between 2007 and 2016 were included in this study. ICD lead failure was defined as low- or high-voltage impedance; failure to capture, sense, or defibrillate; or the presence of nonphysiological signals not due to external interference...

PURPOSE: To compare lead failure manifestation and lead performance of the Biotronik Linox/Sorin Vigila defibrillator lead (Linox group) with the St. Jude Medical Riata/Riata ST (Riata group) and Medtronic Sprint Fidelis defibrillator leads (Fidelis group). METHODS: We assessed the performance of all aforementioned leads implanted at our center and investigated the manifestation of lead failures. RESULTS: Of 93 Linox, 86 Riata, and 81 Fidelis leads implanted at our center, 11 (12%), 22 (26%), and 25 (31%) leads failed during a median follow-up of 46, 61, and 84 months, respectively...

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Early failure of Biotronik Linox and Linox Smart leads (Biotronik, Berlin, Germany) has been reported in numerous recent publications. The aim of this study was to assess the performance of this lead compared with that of two other contemporary leads. METHODS: We conducted an ambispective study of all consecutive first implantations of defibrillator leads carried out in our center: Endotak (model 148, 158, Boston Scientific, Marlborough, MA, USA) (n = 173), Sprint Quattro (model 6644, 6947, Medtronic, Dublin, Ireland) (n = 145), and Linox Smart (Biotronik, model SD 65/16) (n = 120)...

INTRODUCTION: Insulation failure leading to conductor externalization (CE) of a Linox (Biotronik, Berlin, Germany) implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) lead has recently been reported. The aim of this study was to assess prospectively all Linox family ICD leads implanted at our center for evidence of CE or an electrical abnormality. METHODS: All patients with a Linox family ICD lead implanted at our center, between November 2007 and March 2015, were identified and all living patients were invited to attend for fluoroscopic screening and electrical assessment of the lead...

PURPOSE: Early lead failure has recently been reported in ICD patients with Linox SD leads. We aimed to compare the long-term performance of the following lead model Linox Smart SD with other contemporary high-voltage leads. METHODS: All patients receiving high-voltage leads at our center between November 2009 and May 2017 were retrospectively analyzed. Lead failure was defined as the occurrence of one or more of the following: non-physiological high-rate episodes, low- or high-voltage impedance anomalies, undersensing, or non-capture...

INTRODUCTION: ICD lead failure is a potential source of significant morbidity and mortality. This study investigates the survival rates of Sprint Quattro, Endotak Reliance, and Linox ICD leads. METHODS AND RESULTS: A retrospective cohort study of all patients with an ICD implanted between January 2007 and December 2012 from the Wellington Hospital region, New Zealand, a tertiary referral center. Lead and patient details were established by review of clinical notes and the PaceArt Optima database...

OBJECTIVES: The study aim is to present the long-term performance of a new generation implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) electrode with floating atrial dipole (Linox S DX, Biotronik, Berlin, Germany). BACKGROUND: The single ICD electrode with a floating dipole in the atrial chamber was introduced about 15 years ago to overcome risk of inappropriate shock. METHODS: After implantation, internal electrocardiogram data were prospectively collected via telemonitoring (Home Monitoring, Biotronik)...

PURPOSE: Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common cardiac dysrhythmia. Appropriate detection of AF and early initiation of oral anticoagulation therapy are critical to reduce the risk of stroke. Patients with implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICD) are at high risk of developing AF. The purpose of the Dx-AF study is to demonstrate that a novel single-lead VDD-ICD system (Linox smart S DX) will facilitate adequate recognition of sub-clinical AF and ultimately stroke prevention with a comparable safety profile in comparison to VVI-ICD...

BACKGROUND: An early failure of the Biotronik Linox S/SD implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) lead has been reported. We have also experienced several cases with early failure of Linox leads. OBJECTIVE: Our aim was to assess the longevity of Linox S/SD (Biotronik, Berlin, Germany) compared with Sprint Fidelis (Medtronic, Minneapolis, MN), Sprint Quattro (Medtronic), and Endotak Reliance (Boston Scientific, Natick, Massachusetts) leads. METHODS: We retrospectively reviewed patients who had undergone implantation of Linox S/SD (n = 90), Sprint Fidelis (n = 37), Sprint Quattro (n = 27), or Endotak Reliance (n = 50) leads between June 2000 and December 2013 at our hospital...

Conductor externalization and insulation failure are frequent complications with the recalled St. Jude Medical Riata implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) leads. Conductor externalization is a "unique" failure mechanism: Cables externalize through the insulation ("inside-out" abrasion) and appear outside the lead body. Recently, single reports described a similar failure also for Biotronik leads. Moreover, some studies reported a high rate of electrical dysfunction (not only insulation failure) with Biotronik Linox leads and a reduced survival rate in comparison with the competitors...

BACKGROUND: Available atrial electrograms in implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) improve arrhythmia diagnosis, allow monitoring for atrial fibrillation, and may reduce the risk of inappropriate therapies. A recently introduced ICD system using a single-lead with floating atrial electrodes provides diagnostic capability of a dual-chamber system without placing an additional lead. Data on long-term clinical performance of this system are limited. METHODS: We retrospectively analyzed data from 35 consecutive patients implanted with Biotronik VR-T DX devices and LinoxSmart DX leads...

BACKGROUND: Single-lead for implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) with floating atrial sensing dipole is a new diagnostic tool with the potential advantage in terms of arrhythmia discrimination. We sought to determine whether right heart size and dipole position influence atrial sensing. METHODS: Atrial sensing (AS) amplitude was measured during implantation (PP, periprocedural), predischarge (IHFU, in-hospital follow-up) and 3-6 months after the procedure (AFU, ambulatory follow-up)...