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Netherlands Heart Journal
Published in: Netherlands Heart Journal 9/2013

Open Access 01-09-2013 | Original Article

Feasibility of remote magnetic navigation for epicardial ablation

Authors: P. Abraham, L. D. Abkenari, E. C. H. Peters, T. Szili-Torok

Published in: Netherlands Heart Journal | Issue 9/2013

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Abstract

Percutaneous epicardial mapping and ablation is an emerging method to treat ventricular tachycardias (VT), premature ventricular complexes (PVC), and accessory pathways. The use of a remote magnetic navigation system (MNS) could enhance precision and maintain safety. This multiple case history demonstrates the feasibility and safety of the MNS-guided epicardial approach in mapping and ablation of ischaemic VT, outflow tract PVCs, and a left-sided accessory pathway. All patients had previously undergone endocardial mapping for the same arrhythmia. MNS could present an advantage from more precise navigation for mapping and maintaining catheter stability during energy application.
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Metadata
Title
Feasibility of remote magnetic navigation for epicardial ablation
Authors
P. Abraham
L. D. Abkenari
E. C. H. Peters
T. Szili-Torok
Publication date
01-09-2013
Publisher
Bohn Stafleu van Loghum
Published in
Netherlands Heart Journal / Issue 9/2013
Print ISSN: 1568-5888
Electronic ISSN: 1876-6250
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s12471-013-0431-x

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