The Beat Webinar Series Episode 17: Global Relations: Hot Topics - Where Are We Heading? (On Demand)-The Beat Episode 17 Video

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In a recent webinar hosted by the Global Relations Committee and the Heart Rhythm Society, specialists discussed significant developments in cardiac care, focusing on three key topics: Pulmonary Vein Isolation using Pulsed Field Ablation (PFA), Cardioneural Ablation (CNA), and Conduction System Pacing (CSP) for Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy (CRT). Dr. Andrea Natale presented on the advancements in PFA, highlighting its effectiveness and safety over traditional thermal energy methods. PFA's ability to reduce complications such as pulmonary vein stenosis and esophageal fistulas was emphasized, along with its growing utilization indicating readiness for prime time.<br /><br />Dr. Tolga Aksu's presentation delved into CNA, particularly for vasovagal syncope patients. He noted CNA as an effective option for younger patients with dominant cardio-inhibitory reflex syncope, while stressing the need for precise patient selection and highlighting limitations like a lack of long-term data and concerns about re-innervation.<br /><br />Dr. Pugal Vijayaraman discussed CSP, showing its potential as a valuable alternative to traditional biventricular pacing, especially in CRT for heart failure patients. CSP techniques such as His bundle pacing and left bundle branch pacing offer significant improvements in cardiac synchrony, although challenges like standardization and assessment of conduction capture remain. The speakers underscored the importance of ongoing research and technological innovation to refine these procedures and establish them as routine clinical practices. Each topic demonstrated a shift towards more physiologic and targeted cardiac therapies, promising improved patient outcomes.

Keywords

cardiac care

Pulmonary Vein Isolation

Pulsed Field Ablation

Cardioneural Ablation

Conduction System Pacing

Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy

Dr. Andrea Natale

Dr. Tolga Aksu

Dr. Pugal Vijayaraman

pulmonary vein stenosis

vasovagal syncope