Strategies for epicardial mapping and ablation of ventricular tachycardia.

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Lead dysfunction can lead to serious consequences including failure to treat ventricular tachycardia or fibrillation (VT/VF). The incidence and mechanisms of lead dysfunction following left ventricular assist device (LVAD) implantation are not well-described. We sought to determine the incidence, mechanism...

journal_title：Journal of cardiovascular electrophysiology

authors： Black-Maier E,Lewis RK,Rehorn M,Loungani R,Friedman DJ,Frazier-Mills C,Jackson KP,Atwater BD,Milano CA,Schroder JN,Pokorney SD,Piccini JP

更新日期：2020-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy (ARVC) is an uncommon cardiomyopathy most classically associated with mutations in genes encoding desmosomal proteins. Recent literature has identified mutations in several non-desmosomal proteins including lamins that may result in the ARVC phenotype. We describe a pati...

journal_title：Journal of cardiovascular electrophysiology

authors： Liang JJ,Grogan M,Ackerman MJ,Goodsell K

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Perforation during catheter procedures in either the atrium or ventricle is relatively uncommon, but potentially fatal if tamponade ensues. This study analyzes the occurrence and outcomes of cardiac perforation during catheter-based radiofrequency ablation procedures in the left atrium. METHODS:All patients...

journal_title：Journal of cardiovascular electrophysiology

authors： Bunch TJ,Asirvatham SJ,Friedman PA,Monahan KH,Munger TM,Rea RF,Sinak LJ,Packer DL

更新日期：2005-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Percutaneous Radiofrequency Catheter Ablation. Patients with an atrial septal defect (ASD) commonly have atrial fibrillation (AF) and closure of the ASD rarely controls the arrhythmia. We report on the management of 4 patients with recurrent medically refractory AF in the setting of an unrepaired ASD who underwent per...

journal_title：Journal of cardiovascular electrophysiology

authors： Crandall MA,Daoud EG,Daniels CJ,Kalbfleisch SJ

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 28-year-old man presented with progressive fatigue. Physical examination and ECG revealed severe sinus bradycardia. Echocardiography showed features of noncompaction cardiomyopathy and moderate aortic valve regurgitation. We hypothesized that the chronic volume overload exaggerated by prolonged diastole due to the b...

journal_title：Journal of cardiovascular electrophysiology

authors： Caliskan K,Balk AH,Jordaens L,Szili-Torok T

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The most frequent complications of AF ablation (AFA) are related to vascular access, but there is little evidence as to how these can be minimized. METHODS:Consecutive patients undergoing AFA at a high-volume center received either standard care (Group S) or routine ultrasound-guided vascular access (Grou...

journal_title：Journal of cardiovascular electrophysiology

authors： Wynn GJ,Haq I,Hung J,Bonnett LJ,Lewis G,Webber M,Waktare JE,Modi S,Snowdon RL,Hall MC,Todd DM,Gupta D

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Esophageal injury during left atrial ablation is associated with a significant risk of mortality and morbidity. There are no validated approaches to reduce injury outside of avoidance, a strategy critically dependent on a precise understanding of the esophageal anatomy and location. Intracardiac ultrasound (...

journal_title：Journal of cardiovascular electrophysiology

authors： Bunch TJ,May HT,Crandall BG,Weiss JP,Bair TL,Osborn JS,Anderson JL,Muhlestein JB,Lappe DL,Johnson DL,Day JD

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Radiofrequency ablation (RFCA) of ventricular tachycardia (VT) is a potential curative treatment modality. We evaluated the results of RFCA in patients with VT. METHODS AND RESULTS:One hundred fifty-one consecutive patients (122 men and 29 women; age 57 +/- 16 years) with drug-refractory VT were treated. ...

journal_title：Journal of cardiovascular electrophysiology

authors： Borger van der Burg AE,de Groot NM,van Erven L,Bootsma M,van der Wall EE,Schalij MJ

更新日期：2002-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The relationships between heart rate (HR) and HR variability (HRV) are not simple. Because both depend on the autonomic nervous system (ANS), they are not independent variables. Technically, the quantification of HRV is influenced by the duration of the cardiac cycles. The complexity of these relationships...

journal_title：Journal of cardiovascular electrophysiology

authors： Coumel P,Maison-Blanche P,Catuli D

更新日期：1994-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The prevalence and predictors of left atrial appendage thrombus (LAAT) in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation (AF) who have been treated with non-vitamin K antagonist oral anticoagulants (NOACs) are not well defined. We aimed to assess the occurrence and predictors of LAAT on transesophageal echoc...

journal_title：Journal of cardiovascular electrophysiology

authors： Gorczyca I,Michalska A,Chrapek M,Budnik M,Starzyk K,Jelonek O,Uziębło-Życzkowska B,Kapłon-Cieślicka A,Gawałko M,Krzesiński P,Jurek A,Scisło P,Kochanowski J,Kiliszek M,Gielerak G,Filipiak KJ,Opolski G,Wożakowska-Kapłon B

更新日期：2020-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Atrial fibrillation (AF) and diabetes mellitus type 2 (DM2) often coexist; however, a small number of patients with DM2 undergoing catheter ablation (CA) of AF have been included in previous studies. The aim of this study was to evaluate safety and efficacy of ablation therapy in DM2 patients with drug ref...

journal_title：Journal of cardiovascular electrophysiology

authors： Forleo GB,Mantica M,De Luca L,Leo R,Santini L,Panigada S,De Sanctis V,Pappalardo A,Laurenzi F,Avella A,Casella M,Dello Russo A,Romeo F,Pelargonio G,Tondo C

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Complex fractionated atrial electrograms (CFAE) may identify critical sites for perpetuation of atrial fibrillation (AF) and provide useful targets for ablation. Current assessment of CFAE is subjective; automated detection algorithms may improve reproducibility, but their utility in guiding ablation has n...

journal_title：Journal of cardiovascular electrophysiology

authors： Porter M,Spear W,Akar JG,Helms R,Brysiewicz N,Santucci P,Wilber DJ

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:A new strategy to elucidate the molecular mechanisms underlying the long QT syndrome (LQTS) is now available with genetic mutational analyses and characterization of ion channel mutations. METHODS AND RESULTS:In a 26-year-old woman with LQTS, we identified a novel missense mutation in the pore of HERG by ...

journal_title：Journal of cardiovascular electrophysiology

authors： Yoshida H,Horie M,Otani H,Takano M,Tsuji K,Kubota T,Fukunami M,Sasayama S

更新日期：1999-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Circulating cardiac natriuretic peptides play an important role in maintaining volume homeostasis, especially during conditions affecting hemodynamics. During atrial fibrillation (AF), levels of plasma atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP) becomes elevated. The aim of this study was to gather information about ...

journal_title：Journal of cardiovascular electrophysiology

authors： Tuinenburg AE,Brundel BJ,Van Gelder IC,Henning RH,Van Den Berg MP,Driessen C,Grandjean JG,Van Gilst WH,Crijns HJ

更新日期：1999-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Watch a video presentation of this article. For additional educational resources, please visit Medtronic Academy . ...

journal_title：Journal of cardiovascular electrophysiology

authors： Prystowsky EN

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Res-Q Arrhythmia Control Device (Intermedics Inc.) is one of the latest entries into the growing implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) market. Dysrhythmias are classified according to their zone of detection, with a bradycardia zone, up to 3 tachycardia zones, and a fibrillation zone. Detection criterion, t...

journal_title：Journal of cardiovascular electrophysiology

authors： Miller RE,Wilkoff BL

更新日期：1995-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Termination of Persistent AF During Mapping. Complex fractionated atrial electrograms (CFAEs) may represent critical areas for the maintenance of atrial fibrillation (AF). While AF organization and termination have been reported with CFAE ablation, no reports of arrhythmia termination during left atrial mapping exist....

journal_title：Journal of cardiovascular electrophysiology

authors： Tzou WS,Sághy L,Lin D

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The reliable endpoint for ablation of longstanding persistent atrial fibrillation (LPAF) has not been clearly established. METHODS AND RESULTS:This study included 140 patients who underwent catheter ablation for drug-refractory LPAF. A stepwise ablation approach included circumferential pulmonary vein isola...

journal_title：Journal of cardiovascular electrophysiology

authors： Park YM,Choi JI,Lim HE,Park SW,Kim YH

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Frequent premature ventricular contractions (PVCs) can cause cardiomyopathy (CM). Postextrasystolic potentiation (PESP) and irregularity have been in implicated as triggers of PVC-CM. Because both phenomena can also be found in premature atrial contractions (PACs), it is speculated that frequent PACs have ...

journal_title：Journal of cardiovascular electrophysiology

authors： Gunda S,Akyeampong D,Gomez-Arroyo J,Jovin DG,Kowlgi NG,Kaszala K,Tan AY,Koneru JN,Kron J,Ellenbogen KA,Huizar JF

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Left atrial tachycardias (ATs) most commonly occur after catheter or surgical ablation of atrial fibrillation and in patients with atrial myopathies. Pre-existing scar in the left atrium (LA) can result in complex circuits, sometimes with narrow channels that can be detected with high-resolution mapping. The most comm...

journal_title：Journal of cardiovascular electrophysiology

authors： Markowitz SM,Thomas G,Liu CF,Cheung JW,Ip JE,Lerman BB

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Atrial fibrillation (AF) in the left atrium (LA) is poorly defined in terms of regional differences in the degree of organization, characteristics of paroxysmal and persistent variants, and electrophysiologic events that develop at the onset of episodes. METHODS AND RESULTS:The study population consisted ...

journal_title：Journal of cardiovascular electrophysiology

authors： Ndrepepa G,Karch MR,Schneider MA,Weyerbrock S,Schreieck J,Deisenhofer I,Zrenner B,Schömig A,Schmitt C

更新日期：2002-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy and the impact on quality of life of a new ablative approach to the right atrium in patients with atrial fibrillation (AF). METHODS AND RESULTS:Seventy-four symptomatic patients with paroxysmal (n = 49) or permanent (n = 25) refractory AF underwent radiof...

journal_title：Journal of cardiovascular electrophysiology

authors： Calò L,Lamberti F,Loricchio ML,Castro A,Shpun S,Boggi A,Pandozi C,Santini M

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The right inferior pulmonary vein (RIPV) accounts as the most frequently reconnected vein after pulmonary vein isolation using second-generation cryoballoon ablation (CB-A). Our objective was to assess anatomic predictors of late RIPV reconnection based on preprocedural computed tomography scan. METHODS:P...

journal_title：Journal of cardiovascular electrophysiology

authors： Terasawa M,Chierchia GB,Takarada K,Rizzo A,Maj R,Borio G,Osório TG,Scala O,Galli A,Al Housari M,Tanaka K,Sieira J,Brugada P,de Asmundis C,Ströker E

更新日期：2019-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cardiac implantable electronic device pocket infections require complete system removal. However, postoperative bleeding and hematoma can occur after extensive debridement and an optimal management strategy has yet to be defined. METHODS:Following system removal and debridement, all pockets were treated wit...

journal_title：Journal of cardiovascular electrophysiology

authors： Schaller RD,Santangeli P,Tomczuk L,Frankel DS

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Intracardiac thrombus has been reported in anecdotal cases of arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy (ARVC). This prospective study aimed to determine the prevalence, risk factors, and prognosis of intracardiac thrombosis in patients with ARVC. METHODS:From February 2004 to August 2013, transthorac...

journal_title：Journal of cardiovascular electrophysiology

authors： Wu L,Yao Y,Chen G,Fan X,Zheng L,Ding L,Zhang S

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Cryothermal, HIFU, and laser catheter-based balloon technologies have been developed to simplify ablation for AF. Initial enthusiasm for their widespread use has been dampened by phrenic nerve (PN) injury. The interaction between PN and pulmonary vein (PV) geometry contributing to PN injury is unclear. ME...

journal_title：Journal of cardiovascular electrophysiology

authors： Okumura Y,Henz BD,Bunch TJ,Dalegrave C,Johnson SB,Packer DL

更新日期：2009-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:For radiofrequency (RF) ablation, the EP Shuttle® (Stockert GmbH, Freiburg, Germany), Ampere® (St. Jude Medical, St. Paul, MN, USA), and SmartAblate® (Biosense Webster, Diamond Bar, CA, USA) generator models are most frequently used in clinical practice. The aim of this study was to assess the correlation ...

journal_title：Journal of cardiovascular electrophysiology

authors： Bourier F,Schwarz B,Brkic A,Wolff L,Semmler V,Kottmaier M,Risse E,Telishevska M,Brooks S,Lengauer S,Kornmayer M,Koch-Büttner K,Berger F,Hessling G,Deisenhofer I,Reents T

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A case of iterative atrial tachycardia leading to dilated cardiomyopathy is reported. During electrophysiologic study, the tachycardia showed a markedly irregular cycle length associated with changes in atrial activation breakthrough as demonstrated by coronary sinus (CS) recordings and frequently degenerated into sel...

journal_title：Journal of cardiovascular electrophysiology

authors： Tritto M,Zardini M,De Ponti R,Salerno-Uriarte JA

更新日期：2001-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Reversible esophageal thermal lesions after cryoballoon pulmonary vein isolation (CB-PVI) have been reported when using variable balloon sizes. The aim of this study was to investigate (1) the incidence of esophageal thermal lesions, and (2) esophageal temperature changes associated with CB-PVI using the s...

journal_title：Journal of cardiovascular electrophysiology

authors： Fürnkranz A,Chun KR,Metzner A,Nuyens D,Schmidt B,Burchard A,Tilz R,Ouyang F,Kuck KH

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Low-voltage zones (LVZs) represent fibrotic tissue and are substrates for atrial fibrillation (AF). We hypothesized that LVZ-based substrate modification along with pulmonary vein isolation (PVI) would improve outcomes in persistent AF (PeAF) patients with LVZs, whereas PVI alone would work in patients witho...

journal_title：Journal of cardiovascular electrophysiology

authors： Yamaguchi T,Tsuchiya T,Nakahara S,Fukui A,Nagamoto Y,Murotani K,Eshima K,Takahashi N

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00