EP Fellows Curriculum: Ventricular Tachycardia and Sudden Death in the Patient with Congenital Heart Disease-EP Fellows Curriculum: Ventricular Tachycardia and Sudden Death in the Patient with Congenital Heart Disease

EP Fellows Curriculum: Ventricular Tachycardia and Sudden Death in the Patient with Congenital Heart Disease

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The transcript discussed the risk of sudden death in patients with congenital heart disease and the importance of identifying underlying causes and risk factors for arrhythmias. The speaker highlighted the need for a systematic evaluation of patients, including consideration of atrial tachycardia, ventricular tachycardia, systolic and diastolic dysfunction, and the impact of surgical interventions. The transcript emphasized the importance of early intervention and collaboration with specialists in the field. The use of Holter monitors and loop recorders were mentioned as potential tools for detecting arrhythmias. The discussion also touched on the role of ICDs, ablation, and transplant as treatment options. The transcript concluded by emphasizing the need for ongoing research and the collaboration between pediatric and adult congenital cardiology.

Keywords

sudden death

congenital heart disease

arrhythmias

surgical interventions

early intervention

Holter monitors

ICDs

ablation

transplant

ongoing research