Guided left ventricular lead placement for cardiac resynchronization therapy: an opportunity for image integration
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DOI: 10.1002/ejhf.716
Abstract: We read with interest two manuscripts in this journal both exploring the effect of a multimodality imaging approach to guide LV lead implantation for delivery of CRT. Suboptimal LV lead positioning is a well established… read more here.
Keywords: image; integration; guided left; lead placement ... See more keywords
Guided left ventricular lead placement for cardiac resynchronization therapy – an opportunity for image integration: reply
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DOI: 10.1002/ejhf.861
Abstract: Dr Behar, Dr Rajani, and Dr Rinaldi are thanked for their interest in our recent trial evaluating the clinical benefit of multimodality imaging-guided left ventricular (LV) lead placement in cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT).1,2 We acknowledge… read more here.
Keywords: pre implant; lead placement; position; anatomy ... See more keywords
Prospective randomized study evaluating ultrasound versus fluoroscopy guided sacral InterStim® lead placement: A pilot study
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DOI: 10.1002/nau.23502
Abstract: To investigate the use of intraoperative ultrasound during stage I InterStim® sacral lead placement. read more here.
Keywords: lead placement; randomized study; prospective randomized; study ... See more keywords
Utilization of CT for InterStim sacral neuromodulation lead placement in a patient with morbid obesity
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DOI: 10.1007/s00192-019-03999-6
Abstract: Stress, urge, and mixed urinary incontinence are associated with obesity [1]. InterStim sacral neuromodulation has been demonstrated to be a successful treatment modality for refractory urge incontinence in both normal and obese women [2]. Meissnitzer… read more here.
Keywords: obesity; anatomy; incontinence; lead placement ... See more keywords
Techniques for optimizing lead placement during sacral neuromodulation
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DOI: 10.1007/s00192-019-04208-0
Abstract: We present a video describing technical considerations for optimizing lead placement for sacral neuromodulation. A 56-year-old female presented with urinary urgency incontinence refractory to behavioral modification, physical therapy, and oral pharmacotherapy. An Interstim device had… read more here.
Keywords: lead placement; placement sacral; optimizing lead; sacral neuromodulation ... See more keywords
Robot-assisted stereoelectroencephalography electrode placement in twenty-three pediatric patients: a high-resolution analysis of individual lead placement time and accuracy at a single institution
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DOI: 10.1007/s00381-021-05107-w
Abstract: We describe a detailed evaluation of predictors associated with individual lead placement efficiency and accuracy for 261 stereoelectroencephalography (sEEG) electrodes placed for epilepsy monitoring in twenty-three children at our institution. Intra- and post-operative data was… read more here.
Keywords: placement time; lead placement; placement; accuracy ... See more keywords
Comprehensive use of cardiac computed tomography to guide left ventricular lead placement in cardiac resynchronization therapy
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DOI: 10.1016/j.hrthm.2017.04.041
Abstract: Background Optimal lead positioning is an important determinant of cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) response. Objective The purpose of this study was to evaluate cardiac computed tomography (CT) selection of the optimal epicardial vein for left… read more here.
Keywords: target; resynchronization therapy; cardiac computed; placement ... See more keywords
Optimizing lead placement for pacing in dyssynchronous heart failure: the patient in the lead.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.hrthm.2021.02.011
Abstract: Cardiac resynchronisation therapy (CRT) greatly reduces morbidity and mortality in patients with dyssynchronous heart failure. However, despite tremendous effort, response has been variable and can be further improved. Although optimizing left ventricular lead placement (LVLP)… read more here.
Keywords: lead placement; dyssynchronous heart; heart; heart failure ... See more keywords
Venoplasty of a chronic venous occlusion with ‘diathermy’ for cardiac device lead placement
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ipej.2018.10.002
Abstract: Venous revascularization is an approach used in patients with total venous occlusion requiring venous access for cardiac device lead placement. Several percutaneous approaches to venous revascularization have been proposed. For the first time, we describe… read more here.
Keywords: occlusion; venous occlusion; lead placement; cardiac device ... See more keywords
Troubleshooting the difficult left ventricular lead placement in cardiac resynchronization therapy: current status and future perspectives
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DOI: 10.1080/17434440.2022.2075728
Abstract: ABSTRACT Introduction Cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) is an important option in modern cardiac implantable electronic device (CIED) treatment. Techniques for left ventricular (LV) lead placement in the coronary sinus and its tributaries are neither well… read more here.
Keywords: cardiac resynchronization; crt; lead placement; resynchronization therapy ... See more keywords
Outcomes of Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy with Image-Guided Left Ventricular Lead Placement at the Site of Latest Mechanical Activation: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
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DOI: 10.1155/2022/6285894
Abstract: Aim To assess evidence for an image-guided approach for cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) that targets left ventricular (LV) lead placement at the segment of latest mechanical activation. Methods A systematic review of EMBASE and PubMed… read more here.
Keywords: guided approach; lead placement; image guided; image ... See more keywords