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Lower half mini sternotomy.
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A second limited transverse sternotomy was performed starting from the left third intercostal space and joining the midline sternotomy (Figure 1).
Pacing lead positions. RA: Right Atrial Lead, RV: Right Ventricular Lead, LV: Left Ventricular Lead, DP: Defibrillating Patch, S: Sternal Wire.
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Follow-up studies showed well functioning biventricular pacing system, stable pacing lead positions (Figure 2), good biventricular synchronized function, and no pericardial effusion.