American College of Cardiology

MAY 20, 2024

Several abstracts at Heart Rhythm 2024, held May 16-19 in Boston, MA, featured data from the NCDR suite of registries.

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DAIC

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

EGF mapping allows physicians to detect EGF sources and is designed to individualize ablation strategies based on underlying pathophysiologic mechanisms to potentially improve outcomes. AFib is the most common heart rhythm disorder, affecting more than 30 million patients worldwide.

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DAIC

JANUARY 31, 2024

Food and Drug Administration (FDA), has granted approval to Boston Scientific for its FARAPULSE Pulsed Field Ablation System. intermittent) atrial fibrillation (AF) and is a unique new alternative to standard-of-care thermal ablation treatment. said Nick Spadea-Anello, president, Electrophysiology, Boston Scientific. "The

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DAIC

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Titled "Real-world Data Affirms Safety and Effectiveness of Low/Zero Fluoroscopy Atrial Fibrillation Ablation," the study was presented as a late-breaker at the 29th Annual International AF Symposium. Biosense Webster's zero fluoroscopy workflow is the first and only such workflow available in a radiofrequency (RF) cardiac ablation device.

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DAIC

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Outcomes of ablation with the FARAPULSE PFA System – a nonthermal treatment in which electric fields selectively ablate heart tissue – will be compared to outcomes following use of anti-arrhythmic drug (AAD) therapy, which is commonly prescribed for patients living with persistent AF. The company now anticipates U.S.

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Medical Xpress - Cardiology

APRIL 10, 2024

Treating gum disease in the three months after a procedure to correct an irregular heartbeat known as atrial fibrillation (AFib) may lower oral inflammation and may reduce AFib recurrence, according to new research published today in the Journal of the American Heart Association.

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Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Subsequent examinations and follow-up revealed that pacing significantly reduced LVOT obstruction and corrected heart rhythm. Typically, patients with HCM experience sinus tachycardia and sinus arrest relatively infrequently. Meanwhile, a dual-chamber pacemaker can treat HCM by changing the sequence of myocardial contraction.

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AMS Cardiology

MARCH 31, 2025

Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a common heart rhythm disorder characterized by an irregular and often rapid heartbeat. This condition can lead to various complications, including stroke and heart failure, making it essential to understand its causes, symptoms, and AFib treatment options.

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Medical Xpress - Cardiology

OCTOBER 8, 2024

A multicenter study has described and validated a new strategy for guiding ablation procedures in patients with complex tachycardias. Ablation procedures use energy—usually heat or cold—to eliminate small areas of heart tissue that cause pathological cardiac arrhythmias, thereby restoring normal heart rhythm.

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DAIC

MAY 21, 2024

milla1cf Tue, 05/21/2024 - 08:00 May 21, 2024 — Stereotaxis , a pioneer and global leader in surgical robotics for minimally invasive endovascular intervention, today announced that it has been invited to present at HRS Africa Summit 2024 , scheduled to take place during Heart Rhythm Society Scientific Sessions in Boston, Massachusetts.

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Medical Xpress - Cardiology

MAY 18, 2024

In a study published in Heart Rhythm, researchers from Brigham and Women's Hospital, a founding member of the Mass General Brigham health care system, analyzed real-world clinical data to measure the impact of evidence-based best-practices on patient outcomes for the most common AF procedure: radiofrequency (RF)-based ablation.

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DAIC

MAY 30, 2024

milla1cf Thu, 05/30/2024 - 10:31 May 30, 2024 — Stereotaxis , a pioneer in surgical robotics for minimally invasive endovascular intervention, announced the successful treatment of the first heart rhythm patients by Penn Presbyterian Medical Center (PPMC) utilizing the advanced Genesis Robotic Magnetic Navigation System.

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ADN Center of Excellence

MAY 17, 2024

It is with great pride that we announce the resounding success of ADN CoE' s AFib Ablation Training program, the second installment in our esteemed Ablation Series, held at the prestigious 9 Eylül University Heart Rhythm Management Centre.

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DAIC

JUNE 4, 2024

Weight Loss Drug Linked with Reduced Need for Diuretics in Heart Failure Patients 7. Late-breaking Clinical Trial Results from FARADISE, admIRE Study and Advent Trial at Heart Rhythm 2024 Highlight Pulsed Field Ablation Developments for Atrial Fibrillation Treatment 8. Tenax Therapeutics Announces New U.S.

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American College of Cardiology

JUNE 11, 2024

Pulsed-field energy ablation (PFA) was significantly associated with hemolysis compared to radiofrequency ablation (RFA) following pulmonary vein isolation (PVI), according to the results of a study presented at Heart Rhythm 2024.

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DAIC

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

UH Harrington Heart and Vascular Institute First in World to Implant Penditure Clip Using Minimally Invasive Approach 10. Abbott Announces First Global Procedures in a Clinical Trial of its Volt Pulsed Field Ablation System to Treat Patients with Abnormal Heart Rhythms

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HeartRhythm

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Simultaneously, thanks to the revolutionary work of cardiac electrophysiology (EP) physicians, scientists, and industry, ablative treatment of complex arrhythmias including AF has achieved ever-increasing efficacy and safety.

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DAIC

MARCH 12, 2025

tim.hodson Wed, 03/12/2025 - 15:36 Broward Health recently announced it is now offering the Farapulse Pulsed Field Ablation System to treat atrial fibrillation (A-Fib). This innovative treatment represents a significant advancement over traditional thermal ablation methods and provides a more effective solution for patients.

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DAIC

DECEMBER 27, 2023

The robotic technology represented an entirely novel way to address heart rhythm disorders in a minimally invasive procedure with the benefits of robotic precision and safety. When left untreated, arrhythmias may significantly increase the risk of stroke, heart failure, and sudden cardiac arrest.

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HeartRhythm

APRIL 30, 2024

Patients undergoing catheter ablation for AF often experience resolution of symptoms even when AF recurs, suggesting symptoms are not solely due to the heart rhythm. It remains unclear what causes symptoms in patients with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (AF).

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ADN Center of Excellence

MAY 17, 2024

It is with great pride that we announce the resounding success of ADN CoE' s AFib Ablation Training program, the second installment in our esteemed Ablation Series, held at the prestigious 9 Eylül University Heart Rhythm Management Centre.

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HeartRhythm

APRIL 30, 2024

Recurrence rate of atrial fibrillation (AF) following catheter ablation (CA) is estimated to be 20-50% and increases with time.

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ADN Center of Excellence

APRIL 27, 2024

Recognizing this imperative, ADN CoE recently organized a comprehensive SVT Ablation Training program at the prestigious 9 Eylül University Heart Rhythm Management Centre. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Prof. www.adncoe.com

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DAIC

JUNE 19, 2024

milla1cf Wed, 06/19/2024 - 20:57 June 19, 2024 — When electrophysiologist Eugenio Cingolani, MD , isn’t seeing patients, he can usually be found in his laboratory, investigating improved treatments for heart rhythm disorders. This is a complex procedure that destroys the abnormal heart tissue that’s causing the rapid heartbeat.

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Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

MARCH 3, 2025

Furthermore, obesity reduces health-related quality of life (HRQoL), an essential indicator for treatment efficacy of AF ablation. Heart rhythm was systematically monitored during follow-up. ConclusionsAfter thoracoscopic ablation, obese patients experience a comparable incidence of AF recurrence as non-obese patients.

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American College of Cardiology

JUNE 10, 2024

Pulsed field ablation (PFA) was shown to be effective in treating patients with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (AFib), with more patients free from atrial arrhythmias (AA) when compared with patients treated with thermal ablation, according to results from a secondary analysis of the ADVENT trial.

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American College of Cardiology

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Higher hospital and physician atrial fibrillation (AFib) ablation procedure volumes were associated with increased acute procedural success and lower rates of major adverse events (MAEs), according to a study published in Heart Rhythm.

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Medical Xpress - Cardiology

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

A catheter ablation procedure widely used to treat the most common heart rhythm disorder significantly reduces the burden of atrial fibrillation (AF) and results in clinically important improvements in symptoms and quality of life compared with a sham (placebo) procedure, according to late breaking research presented Sept.

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DAIC

MARCH 26, 2024

UC San Diego Health is the first in San Diego to successfully implant the world’s first dual chamber and leadless pacemaker system to help treat people with abnormal heart rhythms. The burst of energy can cause the heart to beat more quickly (in a pacemaker), or it can stop dangerous rapid heart rhythms (in an ICD).

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DAIC

JUNE 11, 2024

At this year’s Heart Rhythm Society (HRS) conference in Boston in May, innovation, again, was the focus. PFA on Display As you walked into the expo hall, it was hard to miss the large space-age light displays of the Farapulse Pulsed Field Ablation system from Boston Scientific and the PulseSelect PFA system from Medtronic.

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HeartRhythm

APRIL 29, 2024

He was a dear friend and colleague of the Heart Rhythm Society and electrophysiologists around the world. David’s many scholarly contributions focused on ablation energy sources, starting in 1986 when he was at the University of Virginia (UVA) and radiofrequency ablation was being introduced.

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DAIC

JANUARY 2, 2024

Medtronic Creates History with FDA Approval of its Novel PulseSelect Pulsed Field Ablation System to Treat Atrial Fibrillation 2. New Artificial Intelligence Tool Predicts Mortality After Heart Surgeries 3. Increased Risk of Heart Rhythm Disruption After COVID-19 7.

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DAIC

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Additionally, this platform integrates parameters such as contact force measurement and ablation indexes for RF and PFA which have proven in preclinical studies to be critical for lesion creation. With this differentiated system, Biosense Webster is giving EPs the tools and information they need in real-time.

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DAIC

JANUARY 29, 2025

will have AF, an irregular and potentially dangerous heart rhythm. AFHCUs included clinical actions such as ablation, cardioversion, initiation/intensification of rate or rhythm control medication, or progression to a pacemaker or implantable cardioverter-defibrillator. By 2030, approximately 12.2 2024, May 15).

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Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery

JULY 2, 2024

Cox-Maze IV AF ablation. Heart rhythm was assessed from Holter reports or 12-lead ECG. Conclusions Surgical ablation is beneficial in elderly patients undergoing high-risk surgery - promoting excellent long-term freedom from AF and symptomatic / prognostic benefits, without added risk. No-Surgical AF treatment.

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HeartRhythm

MAY 6, 2024

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HeartRhythm

AUGUST 6, 2024

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