EP on EP Episode 71: Pill-in-the-Pocket Anticoagulation with Rod S. Passman, MD, FHRS-EP on EP Episode 71

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In this episode of EP on EP, Dr. Rod Passman discusses the concept of "pill-in-pocket" anticoagulation for atrial fibrillation (AFib). The idea originated from a personal experience with a patient who suffered a severe intracranial hemorrhage while on anticoagulation. The goal of this approach is to rapidly anticoagulate patients during AFib episodes to prevent strokes. Dr. Passman conducted pilot studies using implantable cardiac monitors and dual chamber pacemakers, which showed a significant reduction in anticoagulation time without any strokes. The next phase of research will involve using wearable devices, like Apple Watches, to guide the pill-in-pocket approach.

Keywords

EP on EP

Dr. Rod Passman

pill-in-pocket anticoagulation

atrial fibrillation

wearable devices