ADN Center of Excellence

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

September is National Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about one of the most common yet often misunderstood heart conditions. Physicians have a crucial role in recognizing, diagnosing, and managing AFib to prevent its potentially life-threatening complications.

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American College of Cardiology

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

History of prior heart failure (HF) was found to influence prognostic implications of atrial fibrillation (AFib) in patients hospitalized for HF, with permutations of prior HF, prior AFib and AFib as presenting rhythm differentiating outcome.

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ADN Center of Excellence

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

September is National Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about one of the most common yet often misunderstood heart conditions. Physicians have a crucial role in recognizing, diagnosing, and managing AFib to prevent its potentially life-threatening complications.

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DAIC

MARCH 27, 2025

tim.hodson Thu, 03/27/2025 - 12:18 March 27, 2025 Abbott recently announced it has received CE Mark in Europe for the Volt PFA System to treat patients battling atrial fibrillation (AFib). Today, approximately 8 million Europeans over the age of 65 are living with AFib, a number expected to double over the next 30 years.

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CardiacWire

MARCH 19, 2025

LAAO (left atrial appendage occlusion) devices help prevent stroke in patients with AFib by sealing off the left atrial appendage where blood clots can form. Devices like the Amulet and Watchman provide an alternative to anticoagulants for AFib stroke prevention in patients who cannot take blood thinners. vs. 7.1%).

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Med Page Today

DECEMBER 21, 2023

(MedPage Today) -- For patients undergoing catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation (Afib), there was no signal that a brief course of colchicine reduced atrial arrhythmia recurrence or improved clinical outcomes when taken for 10 days starting.

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Med Page Today

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

(MedPage Today) -- LONDON -- For patients with atrial fibrillation (Afib) and stable coronary artery disease (CAD), edoxaban (Savaysa) monotherapy improved net outcomes weighing together bleeding and ischemic events as compared with dual antithrombotic.

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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. COMING AHEAD: www.adncoe.com

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CardiacWire

JANUARY 24, 2025

Fully published results from Athos Therapeutics AZALEA-TIMI 71 trial for its novel Factor XI inhibitor abelacimab, confirming the drugs lower bleeding risks, but leaving researchers uncertain about its ability to prevent stroke in AFib patients. year follow-up. per 100 person-years vs. 0.83).

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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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HeartRhythm

APRIL 30, 2024

Nearly 50% of patients with AFib have comorbid obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), and 75% of OSA patients report some form of arrhythmia. Untreated OSA increases likelihood of poor outcomes for AFib patients including failed treatment, heart failure, and sudden cardiac death.

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DAIC

JULY 24, 2024

The collaboration, according to a written statement issued by the company, aims to address challenges in capturing and analyzing cardiac signals to help physicians enhance patient outcomes for atrial fibrillation procedures. 1 Approximately 33 million patients worldwide are living with AFib.

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CardiacWire

APRIL 9, 2025

Evaluating the ACO incentives , researchers compared care quality data from the ACCs NCDR PINNACLE Registry before and 6-12 months after MSSP participation at 83 ACO outpatient cardiology practices versus 332 non-ACO practices and found MSSP ACO participation made no difference in coronary artery disease, HF, AFib, or hypertension outcomes.

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DAIC

JUNE 11, 2024

Innovation in medical technology exists to improve patient outcomes, increase surgical efficiency and enhance patient safety. The expo floor was a veritable candy store for the scientifically minded electrophysiologist, with displays of wares that promised to improve the clinician’s outcomes.

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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. COMING AHEAD: www.adncoe.com

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American College of Cardiology

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Marine and Pathak break down the key clinical takeaways and valuable insights on optimizing AFib management and improving outcomes through evidence-based strategies.

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DAIC

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

CTA and the ACC recognize there is strong potential for cardiac monitoring (through Consumer Cardiovascular Technology Solutions) to help identify and screen patients with Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) and related arrhythmias to alert the right clinical groups for early support and reduction in mortality rates.

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American College of Cardiology

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Additional rhythm-control strategies are frequently continued after index ablation for atrial fibrillation (AFib), according to a study published Feb. 12 in JACC: Clinical Electrophysiology.

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DAIC

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

The results support the use of workflows to reduce radiation exposure during catheter ablation for the treatment of paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (AFib) while maintaining safety, efficacy, and long-term patient outcomes comparable to traditional procedures.1 1 These included one pseudoaneurysm, one PV stenosis and one hematoma.1

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MIBHS

JANUARY 31, 2025

This blog explores the ways wearable technology can help track heart health, the advantages it offers, and how it contributes to better outcomes for those requiring surgical intervention. These early warnings are critical, as AFib increases the risk of stroke and other heart-related complications.

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DAIC

MARCH 28, 2024

"Based on the results from the admIRE clinical trial, we are confident that this innovation has the promise to deliver significant value and differentiated capabilities, and become an important tool for the treatment of AFib." 2,3 Approximately 1 in 4 adults over the age of 40 are at risk for developing AFib. In the U.S.,

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Medical Xpress - Cardiology

JULY 24, 2024

Using a wearable device, such as a smart watch, to track health data and symptoms, is supposed to help people monitor their health and address symptoms as quickly as possible to spur positive health outcomes.

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

JULY 14, 2024

Outcome of case 2? The rhythm in both tracings in Case #2 shows AFib with a controlled ventricular response ( with a PVC in the 2nd tracing ). Presumably the AFib is not a new rhythm — since new-onset AFib is usually associated with a rapid ventricular response. Admitted for NSTEMI.

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American College of Cardiology

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

He then discusses long-term outcomes in transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy in patients treated with tafamidis. In this weeks View, Dr. Eagle looks at arrhythmia recurrence and rhythm control after catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation.

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DAIC

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

1] Within the complex umbrella of cardiology care and cardiovascular disease, atrial fibrillation ( AFib ) is the most common arrhythmia diagnosed in clinical practice with projections indicating that the prevalence of AFib could reach 15.9 million people in the United States by 2050 and 17.9 million in Europe by 2060. [2]

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HeartRhythm

JUNE 30, 2024

The association between hospital and physician procedure volume outcome has not been well evaluated for atrial fibrillation (AF) ablation in contemporary practice.

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American College of Cardiology

APRIL 10, 2025

Patients undergoing atrial fibrillation (AFib) ablation who were not properly anticoagulated and did not undergo preprocedural transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE) were significantly more likely to suffer from transient ischemic attack (TIA) or pulmonary embolism (PE).

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Open Heart

JUNE 21, 2022

However, the impact of elevated FP as detected by pretranscatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) echocardiogram on long-term outcomes after TAVR remains unclear. years and were more likely to be males (62%), diabetic (41% vs 35%, p=0.046), and have a higher prevalence of atrial fibrillation (Afib) (53% vs 39%, p<0.001).

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DAIC

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Stroke is a major concern for millions of people living with atrial fibrillation, and as physicians, we strive to deliver better outcomes for these patients." Atrial fibrillation ( AFib ) affects approximately 38 million patients globally, significantly increasing the risk of stroke1,2. The The acquisition of Laminar, Inc.

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Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The stroke severity, common presence of LVO, infarct size, and poor outcomes are alarming features, and most patients are unable to receive thrombolysis because of AC use. Death or significant disability (mRS 3-5) at hospital discharge were common in AIS on vs off AC (70.6% vs 75.2%, p&lt;0.001).Conclusions:Based

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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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AMS Cardiology

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Atrial fibrillation often shortened to AFib is an irregular and often rapid heart rhythm that can lead to serious health complications. If you or someone you know is living with AFib, understanding the condition and how to prevent attacks is crucial. What Is AFib? How Do You Know If You Have AFib?

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DAIC

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Getty Images milla1cf Fri, 12/08/2023 - 08:17 December 8, 2023 — The American College of Cardiology (ACC) and the American Heart Association (AHA), along with several other leading medical associations, have issued a new guideline for preventing and optimally managing atrial fibrillation (AFib).

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Journal of Cardiovascular Electrophysiology

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Abstract Introduction Atrial fibrillation (Afib) is a prevalent chronic arrhythmia associated with severe complications, including stroke, heart failure, and increased mortality. Results/Observation Current Afib detection methods, such as electrocardiography, have limitations in sensitivity and specificity.

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DAIC

JULY 10, 2024

Atrial fibrillation (AFib) cases have also surged, doubling from 28.3 The cardiology clinic of the future believes truly effective care is personalized, and embraces the nuances held in each patient’s heart which hold the secret to better outcomes. This immediacy in access to clinical support significantly impacts patient outcomes.

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

JULY 5, 2018

Syncope without prodrome is a significant risk factor for cardiac syncope and poor outcome. Many patients have a T achy- B rady syndrome in which tachyarrhythmias ( most commonly rapid AFib ) alternate with periods of bradycardia. New slow AFib reflects a combination of these rhythm problems. second in duration.

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HeartRhythm

APRIL 30, 2024

Preprocedural transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE) has been a routine component of atrial fibrillation (AF) ablation procedures since the origin of this procedure. However, practice changes regarding preprocedural imaging and anticoagulation management have reduced the necessity of pre-ablation TEE.

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