Abstract

TINOCO, Mariana et al. Reducing radiation exposure in an electrophysiology lab with the CARTO-UNIVU™ module. Cardiovasc. metab. sci [online]. 2022, vol.33, n.3, pp.126-133.  Epub May 29, 2023. ISSN 2954-3835.  https://doi.org/10.35366/107627.

Radiofrequency ablation is an effective and safe technique for the treatment of different types of arrhythmias. Radiofrequency ablation is performed using fluoroscopy, a standard navigation guide, which is related to radiation exposure and its well-known harmful effects on patients and laboratory staff. In the last decade, electroanatomic mapping systems have noted a steep development. Despite their indisputable advantages, they do not include information obtained by real-time fluoroscopy. This important limitation is tackled by the new CARTO-UNIVU™ module as it seamlessly combines fluoroscopy images with three-dimensional (3D) electroanatomic mapping into a single accurate 3D view, enabling a pronounced reduction in radiation exposure. We report four cases of our single center first experience of the new CARTO-UNIVU™ module.

Keywords : fluoroscopy; radiation; CARTO-UNIVU™; radiofrequency ablation; electroanatomic mapping.

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