Invasive Electrophysiology for Beginners

What lies behind IAP, IVP, AH, HV, and LAVA? How can a SVT be differentiated through stimulation maneuvers? How is the mapping of complex arrhythmias achieved? The techniques of invasive electrophysiology are rapidly evolving and becoming increasingly sophisticated. This book explains the essential fundamentals of the field in an understandable manner, richly illustrated and with many practical tips. It specifically targets beginners who are seeking an overview of all aspects of invasive electrophysiology and wish to understand the connections.

From the Content

• Electrophysiological mechanisms of cardiac arrhythmias

• Energy sources for ablation and their mechanisms of action

• Setup, puncture techniques, 3D mapping systems

• Diagnosis and therapy of cardiac arrhythmias, including typical and atypical atrial flutter, atrial fibrillation, idiopathic PVCs, VT in ischemic and non-ischemic cardiomyopathy

• Management of complications

Practical Plus: Numerous video contributions on individual arrhythmias, mapping techniques, and diagnostic maneuvers, as well as a glossary with the most important technical terms

1 Electrophysiological Mechanisms of Cardiac Arrhythmias.- 2 Energy Sources for Ablation and Their Mechanisms of Action.- 3 Setup im EPU-Labor.- 4 Puncture Techniques in the Catheterization Lab.- 5 Orientation in Fluoroscopy.- 6 Functionality of 3D Mapping Systems.- 7 Supraventricular Tachycardias.- 8 Diagnosis and Therapy of AV Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia.- 9 Focal Atrial Tachycardia.- 10 AVRT.- 11 Typical Atrial Flutter.- 12 Atypical Atrial Flutter.- 13 Atrial Fibrillation - Radiofrequency Ablation (Pulmonary Vein Isolation).- 14 Atrial Fibrillation - Cryoablation.- 15 Localization of Ventricular Arrhythmias in the 12-Lead ECG.- 16 Idiopathic Ventricular Extrasystole.- 17 VT in Ischemic Cardiomyopathy.- 18 VT in Non-Ischemic Cardiomyopathy.- 19 Management of Complications.- 20 Measures for Low-Dose Fluoroscopy.

Dr. med. Leon Iden, Senior Physician, Head of Electrophysiology, Department of Cardiology, Heart and Vascular Center of the Segeberger Kliniken GmbH

Dr. med. Martin Borlich, Senior Physician, Deputy Head of Electrophysiology, Department of Cardiology, Heart and Vascular Center of the Segeberger Kliniken GmbH

Prof. Dr. med. Philipp Sommer, Director of the Clinic for Electrophysiology and Rhythmology, Heart and Diabetes Center NRW