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View article: Synergistic Effects of Genetic Susceptibility and Air Pollution on Cardiovascular Disease
Synergistic Effects of Genetic Susceptibility and Air Pollution on Cardiovascular Disease Open
View article: Association Between Size of Left Ventricle and Long‐Term Cardiovascular Events
Association Between Size of Left Ventricle and Long‐Term Cardiovascular Events Open
Background The prognostic significance of small left ventricle (LV) in the general population and its association with cardiovascular disease remain elusive. Methods Using data from the UK Biobank, 39 363 participants underwent baseline ca…
View article: Novel biopsy forceps removed pancreatic duct foreign bodies in disconnected pancreatic duct syndrome via endoscopic ultrasound-guided pancreatic duct drainage fistula
Novel biopsy forceps removed pancreatic duct foreign bodies in disconnected pancreatic duct syndrome via endoscopic ultrasound-guided pancreatic duct drainage fistula Open
View article: Prophylactic implantation of cardioverter‐defibrillator in patients with advanced light‐chain amyloidosis—A pilot study
Prophylactic implantation of cardioverter‐defibrillator in patients with advanced light‐chain amyloidosis—A pilot study Open
Background Ventricular arrhythmias (VAs) and electromechanical dissociation have been observed as the most common causes of sudden cardiac death (SCD) in patients with light chain (AL) amyloidosis. However, an implantable cardioverter‐defi…
View article: Association Between Age at Diagnosis of Atrial Fibrillation and Subsequent Risk of Ischemic Stroke
Association Between Age at Diagnosis of Atrial Fibrillation and Subsequent Risk of Ischemic Stroke Open
Background Atrial fibrillation (AF) significantly increases the ischemic stroke risk. However, the relationship between age at diagnosis of AF and subsequent stroke risk remains poorly understood. Methods and Results We analyzed data from …
View article: Air pollution, genetic susceptibility, and the risk of ventricular arrhythmias: a prospective cohort study in the UK Biobank
Air pollution, genetic susceptibility, and the risk of ventricular arrhythmias: a prospective cohort study in the UK Biobank Open
Aims Both genetic and environmental factors contribute to the development of ventricular arrhythmias (VAs). However, the extent to which genetic susceptibility modifies the effects of air pollutants on the risk of VAs remains poorly unders…
View article: A case report of entrapment of PentaRay catheter in the mechanical mitral valve: a known complication experienced anew
A case report of entrapment of PentaRay catheter in the mechanical mitral valve: a known complication experienced anew Open
Background Complex atrial tachycardia (AT) is commonly observed in patients with cardiac surgery. High-density mapping is widely adopted for catheter ablation of complex AT in patients with cardiac surgery. Several case reports have descri…
View article: Higher Cumulative Blood Pressure in Midlife Predicts an Increased Risk of Atrial Fibrillation: Evidence From the Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities Study
Higher Cumulative Blood Pressure in Midlife Predicts an Increased Risk of Atrial Fibrillation: Evidence From the Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities Study Open
Background Elevated blood pressure (BP) is reportedly associated with an increased risk of atrial fibrillation (AF). However, the association between cumulative BP exposure in midlife and incident AF in mid‐to‐late life remains unclear. Me…
View article: Comparison of strategies for catheter ablation of left posterior fascicular ventricular tachycardia
Comparison of strategies for catheter ablation of left posterior fascicular ventricular tachycardia Open
Aims Traditional ablation strategies including targeting the earliest Purkinje potential (PP) during left posterior fascicular (LPF) ventricular tachycardia (VT) or linear ablation at the middle segment of LPF during sinus rhythm are commo…
View article: Safety and efficacy of catheter ablation of para‐Hisian accessory pathway via a direct superior vena cava approach: A multicenter study
Safety and efficacy of catheter ablation of para‐Hisian accessory pathway via a direct superior vena cava approach: A multicenter study Open
Background Radiofrequency (RF) catheter ablation of para‐Hisian accessory pathways (APs) can be challenging due to proximity to the conduction system. Methods A total of 30 consecutive patients with para‐Hisian AP were enrolled for ablatio…
View article: Electrophysiological characteristics and long-term outcome of substrate-based catheter ablation for left posterior fascicular ventricular tachycardia targeting fragmented antegrade Purkinje potentials during sinus rhythm
Electrophysiological characteristics and long-term outcome of substrate-based catheter ablation for left posterior fascicular ventricular tachycardia targeting fragmented antegrade Purkinje potentials during sinus rhythm Open
Aims The aim of this study was to investigate the electrophysiological characteristics and long-term outcome of patients undergoing substrate-based ablation of left posterior fascicular ventricular tachycardia (LPF-VT) guided by targeting …
View article: Cryoballoon ablation of persistent atrial fibrillation for de novo pulmonary vein isolation: a single-center follow-up study.
Cryoballoon ablation of persistent atrial fibrillation for de novo pulmonary vein isolation: a single-center follow-up study. Open
CBA of PersAF had safety and efficacy to reach de novo PVI. The PersAF duration and left atrial size were risk factors for atrial fibrillation recurrence after CBA. Blanking period recurrence was associated with long-term recurrence.
View article: LncRNA H19 alleviates sepsis-induced acute lung injury by regulating the miR-107/TGFBR3 axis
LncRNA H19 alleviates sepsis-induced acute lung injury by regulating the miR-107/TGFBR3 axis Open
View article: Case report: Three-dimensional printing as an educational tool for optimal lead positioning to left bundle branch pacing
Case report: Three-dimensional printing as an educational tool for optimal lead positioning to left bundle branch pacing Open
Left bundle branch pacing (LBBP) has been widely adopted as a physiological pacing approach. However, LBBP fails to achieve in some cases because it is difficult to maintain the orientation of the lead tip perpendicular to the interventric…
View article: Outcomes of Different Ablation Approaches for Para-Hisian Accessory Pathway and Ablation Safety at Each Site
Outcomes of Different Ablation Approaches for Para-Hisian Accessory Pathway and Ablation Safety at Each Site Open
Background This study describes the electrophysiologic characteristics of the para-hisian accessory pathway (AP), the outcome of different ablation approaches, and ablation safety at different sites. Method A total of 120 patients diagnose…
View article: Predictors and Long-Term Outcome of Ablation of Discrete Pre-potentials in Patients With Idiopathic Ventricular Arrhythmias Originating From the Aortic Sinuses of Valsalva
Predictors and Long-Term Outcome of Ablation of Discrete Pre-potentials in Patients With Idiopathic Ventricular Arrhythmias Originating From the Aortic Sinuses of Valsalva Open
Background: The predictability and long-term outcome of the discrete pre-potential (DPP) of idiopathic ventricular arrhythmias (VAs) arising from the aortic sinuses of Valsalva (ASV) have not been fully identified. Methods: Of 687 consecut…
View article: Feasibility and Safety of Permanent Left Bundle Branch Pacing in Patients With Conduction Disorders Following Prosthetic Cardiac Valves
Feasibility and Safety of Permanent Left Bundle Branch Pacing in Patients With Conduction Disorders Following Prosthetic Cardiac Valves Open
Background: The feasibility and safety of left bundle branch pacing (LBBP) in patients with conduction diseases following prosthetic valves (PVs) have not been well described. Methods: Permanent LBBP was attempted in patients with PVs. Pro…
View article: Safety and Efficacy using second-generation cryoballoon in patients with atrial fibrillation with a Common Ostium of Inferior Pulmonary Veins
Safety and Efficacy using second-generation cryoballoon in patients with atrial fibrillation with a Common Ostium of Inferior Pulmonary Veins Open
Background: A common ostium of inferior pulmonary veins (COIPV) is a kind of unusual pulmonary veins variation. Limited data are available about the safety and efficacy using the second‐generation cryoballoon (CB) ablation in patients with…
View article: Pulmonary vein isolation implemented by second-generation cryoballoon for treating hypertrophic cardiomyopathy patients with symptomatic atrial fibrillation: a case-control study.
Pulmonary vein isolation implemented by second-generation cryoballoon for treating hypertrophic cardiomyopathy patients with symptomatic atrial fibrillation: a case-control study. Open
The CBA can be effectively and safely used to treat HCM patients with symptomatic AF. The freedom from AF for HCM patients after CBA is relatively low compared to that for non-HCM patients.
View article: Left bundle branch pacing in a patient with mirror image dextrocardia and persistent right superior vena cava
Left bundle branch pacing in a patient with mirror image dextrocardia and persistent right superior vena cava Open
View article: Successful ablation of focal atrial tachycardia originating from the left atrial appendage using 23-mm second-generation cryoballoon
Successful ablation of focal atrial tachycardia originating from the left atrial appendage using 23-mm second-generation cryoballoon Open
Focal atrial tachycardias (AT) originating from the left atrial appendage (LAA) constitute a minor part of all ATs. However, successful catheter ablation in these foci remains challenging owing to the complexity of the LAA anatomy, and som…
View article: Procedural findings and clinical outcome of second‐generation cryoballoon ablation in patients with variant pulmonary vein anatomy
Procedural findings and clinical outcome of second‐generation cryoballoon ablation in patients with variant pulmonary vein anatomy Open
Introduction The procedural findings and clinical outcome of second‐generation cryoballoon (CB2) ablation in patients with variant pulmonary vein (PV) anatomy have not been fully investigated. Methods A total of 424 consecutive patients wh…
View article: Electrocardiographic predictors of validated right ventricular outflow tract septal pacing for correct localization of transthoracic echocardiography
Electrocardiographic predictors of validated right ventricular outflow tract septal pacing for correct localization of transthoracic echocardiography Open
Background Electrocardiographic (ECG) characteristics of true right ventricular outflow tract (RVOT) septal pacing have not been clearly demonstrated. Hypothesis We hypothesized that ECG parameters would help operators differentiate true R…
View article: Electrocardiographic and electrophysiologic differentiation between atriofascicular, long atrioventricular, and short atrioventricular decrementally conducting accessory pathways
Electrocardiographic and electrophysiologic differentiation between atriofascicular, long atrioventricular, and short atrioventricular decrementally conducting accessory pathways Open
The majority of the SAV-DAPs are located at the TA free wall. An 'rS' pattern in lead III is frequently seen in SAV-DAP as well as AF-AP/LAV-DAPs. Measuring the QRS-V(His) interval would be helpful to distinguish SAV-DAP from AF-AP/LAV-DAP.
View article: A randomized comparison of fluoroscopic techniques for implanting pacemaker lead on the right ventricular outflow tract septum
A randomized comparison of fluoroscopic techniques for implanting pacemaker lead on the right ventricular outflow tract septum Open
Right ventricular outflow tract (RVOT) septal pacing is commonly performed under the standard fluoroscopic positions during procedure. The aim of the prospective, randomized study was to evaluate the accuracy of the combination of standard…
View article: A long-term, prospective, cohort study on the performance of right ventricular pacing leads: comparison of active-fixation with passive-fixation leads
A long-term, prospective, cohort study on the performance of right ventricular pacing leads: comparison of active-fixation with passive-fixation leads Open
Active-fixation pacing leads allow the use of selective pacing sites. We evaluated their long-term performance versus passive-fixation leads in 199 newly implanted patients (n = 100 active and n = 99 passive). Postoperative pacing threshol…