Seeing is Believing: The Impact of 3D Intracardiac Echo in Combined AF Ablation and LAA Closure-Seeing is Believing: The Impact of 3D Intracardiac Echo in Combined AF Ablation and LAA Closure

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The iRhythm session at the Heart Rhythm Society Meeting 2025, presented by Phillips Healthcare, introduced advancements in cardiac procedures, focusing on concomitant left atrial appendage closure with pulse field ablation, facilitated by 3D ice imaging using the Verisight Pro Catheter. The session featured live demonstrations by Dr. Ricardo Lugo from Nashville, presenting a case study on how these procedures are conducted efficiently and safely. They highlighted the benefits of using 3D ice imaging over traditional 2D ice, emphasizing its improved spatial resolution and workflow efficiency.<br /><br />Panelists discussed the evolving role of electrophysiologists and interventional cardiologists in managing atrial fibrillation (AFib) through simultaneous procedures, enhancing patient outcomes and lab efficiency. They shared insights on workflow changes, challenges in patient communication about treatment options, and considerations for optimizing procedural success and safety.<br /><br />The session concluded with discussions on the streamlined workflow using 3D ice imaging and its impact on patient care, emphasizing the potential for these advanced techniques to provide more effective atrial fibrillation treatments while reducing resource requirements and procedural time. Overall, the session underscored the importance of technological advancements in improving cardiac procedure outcomes.

Keywords

iRhythm

Heart Rhythm Society Meeting

cardiac procedures

left atrial appendage closure

pulse field ablation

3D ice imaging

atrial fibrillation

electrophysiologists

interventional cardiologists