Risk Factors for Implantable Defibrillator Lead Fracture in a Recalled and a Nonrecalled Lead

Abstract

Patients under age 50, with either Fidelis or Quattro ICD leads, are at increased risk of lead fracture compared with patients over 50, particularly around the time of intense physical activity. Aggressive monitoring and advisory programming appears warranted in patients with Fidelis leads as well as especially in younger patients.