Thrombosis of the subclavian vein--a rare complication of transvenous cardiac pacing.

Thrombosis of the central veins as a complication of transvenous cardiac pacing fortunately is rare. A case is presented in which symptomatic thrombosis of the subclavian vein arose seven weeks after implantation of a new electrode. The frequency, pathogenesis, clinical picture, complications and treatment of the condition are briefly discussed.