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The COP-AF trial looked at the use of anti-inflammatory colchicine in patients undergoing major noncardiac thoracic surgery and reducing risk of cardiovascular complications, especially perioperative atrial fibrillation and myocardial injury after noncardiac surgery (MINS). We spoke to Prof. David Conen (Population Health Research Institute, Hamilton, ON, Canada), principle investigator of COP-AF and presenter at the […]
The AdaptResponse trial was designed to assess two methods of restoring resynchronization to the heart in patients with heart failure with left bundle branch block. In this touchCARDIO interview, we speak with Dr Bruce Wilkoff (Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA) to discuss the design of the AdaptResponse trial, the outcomes as well as the clinical […]
Cardiac resynchronization therapy is designed to restore the electrical activation in a more natural way in patients with heart failure. In this touchCARDIO interview, we speak with Dr Bruce Wilkoff (Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA) to discuss the treatment paradigm with focus on cardiac resynchronization therapy for patients with heart failure. Bruce Wilkoff presented an […]
Recently it has been shown that NT-proBNP may be a useful tool for finding people with an increased risk of atrial fibrillation and stroke. In this touchCARDIO interview, we speak with Dr Søren Zöga Diederichsen (Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark) to discuss the post hoc analysis of the LOOP study. The abstract entitled ‘Atrial […]
The STROKESTOP and the LOOP studies have assessed the use of atrial fibrillation screening compared with usual care. In this touchCARDIO interview, we speak with Dr Søren Zöga Diederichsen (Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark) to discuss the limitations of current atrial fibrillation screening. Søren Zöga Diederichsen presented an abstract entitled ‘Atrial fibrillation screening to […]
The POTTER AF registry looked at oesophageal fistula formation following atrial fibrillation ablation, with focus on the real world incidence, characteristics, optimal management and patient outcomes. In this touchCARDIO interview, we speak with Professor Roland Tilz (University Heart Center Lübeck, University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein, Lübeck, Germany) to discuss the results of the POTTER AF registry and […]
Oesophageal fistula formation is a very rare complication following atrial fibrillation ablation with a very high mortality rate. In this touchCARDIO interview, we speak with Professor Roland Tilz (University Heart Center Lübeck, University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein, Lübeck, Germany) to discuss the unmet needs in this field of study. Roland Tilz presented an abstract entitled ‘Oesophageal fistula […]
CEASE-AF is a trial comparing the efficacy and safety of hybrid total thoracoscopic ablation therapy to standard catheter ablation in patients with long standing persistent atrial fibrillation. In this touchCARDIO interview, we speak with Dr Nicolas Doll (Schuechtermann-Clinic, Bad Rothenfelde, Germany) to discuss the CEASE AF trial and the potential clinical significance. The abstract entitled […]
Complex 3D mappings indicated a need for an endocardial and epicardial approach to treat patients with a long standing persistent form of atrial fibrillation. In this touchCARDIO interview, we speak with Dr Nicolas Doll (Schuechtermann-Clinic, Bad Rothenfelde, Germany) to discuss the history of atrial fibrillation surgery and the unmet needs for these patients. Nicolas Doll […]
The AMALFI trial aims to assess the efficacy and cost effectiveness of an ECG patch to monitor for atrial fibrillation. In this touchCARDIO interview, we speak with Dr Rohan Wijesurendra (University of Oxford, Oxford, UK) to discuss the design of the trial, when results should be expected and the hopeful clinical implications. The abstract entitled […]
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common sustained cardiac arrhythmia, but is often troublesome to monitor for in patients who present infrequently or as clinically silent. In this touchCARDIO interview, we speak with Dr Rohan Wijesurendra (University of Oxford, Oxford, UK) to discuss the challenges in the diagnosis of AF. Dr Wijesurendra presented an abstract […]
Dr Andrew Krahn, President, Heart Rhythm Society (HRS), discusses the upcoming Heart Rhythm 2023 meeting (May 19-21, 2023, New Orleans, LA, USA), and the HRX 2023 conference (September 21-23, 2023, in Seattle, WA, USA) hosted by the Heart Rhythm Society (HRS), a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the care of patients with heart rhythm disorders […]
Dr Andrew Krahn, President, Heart Rhythm Society (HRS), presents the HRS aims and goals for the coming year, and their dedication to improving the care of patients with heart rhythm disorders through innovation, education, research, and advocacy. Dr Krahn also highlights the member benefits of joining HRS, which include access to the latest research and […]
Atrial Fibrillation Symposium 2023 gave an insight into new technologies for atrial fibrillation, atrial fibrillation ablation and left atrial appendage closure. In this touchCARDIO interview, we speak with Prof. Luigi Di Biase (Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Montefiore Health System, New York, NY, USA) to discuss his highlights from the Atrial Fibrillation Symposium, 2–4 February […]
Radiofrequency and cryoablation have been the standard treatment options for atrial fibrillation ablation in recent decades. A new energy source has recently received a CE mark showing promise for atrial fibrillation patients. In this touchCARDIO interview, we speak with Prof. Luigi Di Biase (Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Montefiore Health System, New York, NY, USA) […]
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a common heart rhythm disorder that increases with age and affects approximately 1-2% of the general population. The risk of developing AF is influenced by various factors, including age, gender, hypertension, diabetes, obesity, and underlying heart disease. Dr Shaan Khurshid (Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA) discusses the incidence and risk […]
Artificial intelligence Atrial Fibrillation Shaan Khurshid AF Symposium 2023 Artificial intelligence (AI) has shown promise in predicting atrial fibrillation (AF) risk by analyzing various patient data such as demographics, medical history, and electrocardiogram (ECG) recordings, which can potentially help identify high-risk patients and facilitate early interventions to prevent AF-related complications. Dr Shaan Khurshid (Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, […]
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is common place across the United States and globally, with high prevalence and complication of stroke. In this touchCARDIO interview, we speak with Dr Aloke Finn (Medical Director, CVpath Institute; Associate Professor, University of Maryland, College Park, MD, USA) to discuss healing following left atrial appendage (LAA) closure and the use of devices […]
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