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SURESH S, Hegde U, Konnur A, Gang S, Rajapurkar M, Patel H. POS-396 A RANDOMIZED CONTROL TRIAL OF RITUXIMAB VS MODIFIED PONTICELLI REGIMEN IN THE TREATMENT OF PRIMARY MEMBRANOUS NEPHROPATHY – A PILOT STUDY. Kidney Int Rep 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ekir.2021.03.414] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022] Open
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SURESH S, Konnur A, Gang S, Hegde U, Patel H, Rajapurkar M. POS-163 A RANDOMIZED CONTROL TRIAL OF RITUXIMAB VERSUS MODIFIED PONTICELLI REGIMEN IN THE TREATMENT OF PRIMARY MEMBRANOUS NEPHROPATHY – A PILOT STUDY. Kidney Int Rep 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ekir.2021.03.173] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022] Open
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Hegde U, Soni P, Rajapurkar M, Gabg S, Konnur A, Patel H. POS-732 A STUDY OF ANGIOTENSIN ii TYPE II RECEPTOR ANTIBODY IN RENAL ALLOGRAFT REJECTION. Kidney Int Rep 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ekir.2021.03.764] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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Altillo BSA, Gray M, Avashia SB, Norwood A, Nelson EA, Johnston C, Bhavnani D, Patel H, Allen CH, Adeni S, Phelps ND, Mercer T. Global health on the front lines: an innovative medical student elective combining education and service during the COVID-19 pandemic. BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION 2021; 21:186. [PMID: 33773585 PMCID: PMC8003893 DOI: 10.1186/s12909-021-02616-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/21/2020] [Accepted: 03/10/2021] [Indexed: 06/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND An innovative medical student elective combined student-directed, faculty-supported online learning with COVID-19 response field placements. This study evaluated students' experience in the course, the curriculum content and format, and its short-term impact on students' knowledge and attitudes around COVID-19. METHODS Students responded to discussion board prompts throughout the course and submitted pre-/post-course reflections. Pre-/post-course questionnaires assessed pandemic knowledge and attitudes using 4-point Likert scales. Authors collected aggregate data on enrollment, discussion posts, field placements, and scholarly work resulting from course activities. After the elective, authors conducted a focus group with a convenience sample of 6 participants. Institutional elective evaluation data was included in analysis. Authors analyzed questionnaire data with summary statistics and paired t-tests comparing knowledge and attitudes before and after the elective. Reflection pieces, discussion posts, and focus group data were analyzed using content analysis with a phenomenological approach. RESULTS Twenty-seven students enrolled. Each student posted an average of 2.4 original discussion posts and 3.1 responses. Mean knowledge score increased from 43.8 to 60.8% (p < 0.001) between pre- and post-course questionnaires. Knowledge self-assessment also increased (2.4 vs. 3.5 on Likert scale, p < 0.0001), and students reported increased engagement in the pandemic response (2.7 vs. 3.6, p < 0.0001). Students reported increased fluency in discussing the pandemic and increased appreciation for the field of public health. There was no difference in students' level of anxiety about the pandemic after course participation (3.0 vs. 3.1, p = 0.53). Twelve students (44.4%) completed the institutional evaluation. All rated the course "very good" or "excellent." Students favorably reviewed the field placements, suggested readings, self-directed research, and learning from peers. They suggested more clearly defined expectations and improved balance between volunteer and educational hours. CONCLUSIONS The elective was well-received by students, achieved stated objectives, and garnered public attention. Course leadership should monitor students' time commitment closely in service-learning settings to ensure appropriate balance of service and education. Student engagement in a disaster response is insufficient to address anxiety related to the disaster; future course iterations should include a focus on self-care during times of crisis. This educational innovation could serve as a model for medical schools globally.
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Shirwaiker A, William J, Mariani J, Kistler P, Patel H, Voskoboinik A. Long-term Implications of Pacemaker Insertion in Younger Adults: A Single Centre Experience. Heart Lung Circ 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.hlc.2021.06.153] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Patel H, Wu H, Lee A, Saeed Y, To A, El-Jack S, Wei D. Predictive Value of Exercise Treadmill Testing (ETT) in Low-Risk Patients. Heart Lung Circ 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.hlc.2021.05.031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Low S, Oates A, Patel H, Mcguirk S, Johnson K. Re: clinical characteristics and radiological features of children infected with the 2019 novel coronavirus. Clin Radiol 2020; 75:870-871. [PMID: 32811668 PMCID: PMC7392173 DOI: 10.1016/j.crad.2020.07.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2020] [Accepted: 07/07/2020] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Bamias A, De Santis M, Grande E, Marina M, Li JR, Puente J, Izumi K, Lee J, Kose F, Antonyan I, Ding B, Patel H, Davis I. A subgroup analysis from the IMvigor130 study in patients with upper tract vs. lower tract locally advanced or metastatic urothelial carcinoma treated with atezolizumab plus platinum-based chemotherapy. EUR UROL SUPPL 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/s2666-1683(20)36166-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022] Open
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Linardoutsos D, Frountzas M, Feakins RM, Patel NH, Simanskaite V, Patel H. Primary colonic squamous cell carcinoma: a case report and review of the literature. Ann R Coll Surg Engl 2020; 102:e1-e7. [PMID: 32538102 PMCID: PMC7591611 DOI: 10.1308/rcsann.2020.0149] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/10/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Colonic squamous cell carcinoma is extremely rare, with no clear pathogenesis. It usually presents as an emergency. We present the surgical management of a descending colon squamous cell carcinoma, together with a review of the available cases of colonic squamous cell carcinoma in the literature. A 69-year-old woman presented with a palpable mass and abdominal pain. She underwent ultrasound and colonoscopy, which revealed a large obstructing mass at the descending colon, the biopsies of which were not diagnostic. Unfortunately, she was readmitted with bowel obstruction and underwent extended right hemicolectomy with en-bloc excision of attached small bowel and omentum because of local mass expansion. Histopathological analysis demonstrated squamous cell carcinoma with lymph node metastases. Palliative chemotherapy followed, owing to liver and peritoneal deposits. Sixty-six cases of colonic squamous cell carcinoma have been reported in the literature. The most common location is the right colon. Most cases present at a late stage. Several theories for the pathogenesis of colonic squamous cell carcinoma have been reported; the most popular is the squamous transformation of a pluripotent stem cell.
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Mumtaz S, Patel H, Singh M. Use of Integra® dermal regeneration template and flowable matrix to reconstruct an oral cavity defect involving the nasal floor. Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg 2020; 58:e343-e344. [PMID: 32988678 DOI: 10.1016/j.bjoms.2020.08.083] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2020] [Accepted: 08/13/2020] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Patel Z, Patel C, Oreper J, Patel H, Sajedeen A. Healthcare Professionals' Perceptions of Infographics Within Medical Information Response Letters. Ther Innov Regul Sci 2020; 54:1382-1387. [PMID: 32725548 DOI: 10.1007/s43441-020-00164-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/26/2019] [Accepted: 05/16/2020] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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BACKGROUND In a continuing effort to provide innovative formats of presenting medical information in a digestible and comprehensive manner, infographics were created and included in select standard letters created by the Medical Information team. METHODS Qualitative and quantitative feedback on the ease of comprehension, flow, layout, and value of infographics within Standard Response Documents (SRDs) was obtained from healthcare professionals (HCPs). A qualitative survey (n = 47) was conducted to assess the ease of comprehension and effectiveness of infographics. The qualitative market research consisted of 25 individual 60-min phone interviews with HCPs focused around two SRDs. RESULTS It was found that 87% (n = 41) of respondents agreed or strongly agreed that the infographic was easy to comprehend. Additionally, 85% (n = 40) of the respondents agreed or strongly agreed that the infographic was useful in answering their product question. It was found that most HCPs (20/25) appreciated the presentation of the infographics and found them visually appealing. Additionally, most agreed that the infographic provided content that was sufficient in addressing their product inquiries and impactful for clinical decision making. CONCLUSION Infographics have proved to be a valuable resource within response letters to address HCP inquiries and provide an option to pharmaceutical companies to evolve the way medical information is presented.
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Schwen Z, Liu J, Patel H, Gupta M, Rowe S, Herati A, Pierorazio P. Testicular ultrasound underestimates the size of small testicular masses: A radiologic-pathologic correlation study. EUR UROL SUPPL 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/s2666-1683(20)34104-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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PAWAR A, Aala A, Cardarelli F, Agrawal N, Patel H, Pavlakis M. SUN-113 Evaluating Awareness of Kidney Disease Using Google Trends. Kidney Int Rep 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ekir.2020.02.640] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022] Open
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Gang S, Patel J, Patel H, Konnur A, Hegde U, Rajapurkar M. SAT-243 SHORT DWELL ETHANOL LOCK THERAPY FOR MANAGEMENT OF HEMODIALYSIS TUNNELLED CUFFED CATHETER RELATED BLOOD STREAM INFECTION. Kidney Int Rep 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ekir.2020.02.259] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022] Open
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PATEL U, Patel H, Darji P, Patwari D, Shah P, Mazumdar M, Mandowara B, Shah R, Chotai N. SAT-422 SPECTRUM OF ACUTE KIDNEY INJURY IN DENGUE FEVER. Kidney Int Rep 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ekir.2020.02.447] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022] Open
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konnur MD A, Parikh M, Gang S, Rajapurkar M, Hegde U, Patel H. SAT-397 PAUCI-IMMUNE VASCULITIS - CLINICAL CHARACTERISTICS AND OUTCOME ANALYSIS OF 120 PATIENTS FROM A SINGLE CENTER IN INDIA. Kidney Int Rep 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ekir.2020.02.421] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022] Open
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MAZUMDAR M, Mandowara B, Patil R, Darji P, Patel H, Shah P, Patwari D. SAT-433 RENAL CORTICAL NECROSIS IN NON-HEMORRHAGIC DENGUE FEVER- A RARE CASE REPORT. Kidney Int Rep 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ekir.2020.02.459] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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Everett R, Patel H. 32 Medicine for Older People Liaison Service to Acute Surgery Reduces Length of Stay of Older People Living with Frailty. Age Ageing 2020. [DOI: 10.1093/ageing/afz183.32] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Background
Of people admitted to the acute surgical unit (ASU) only 23% of them are aged over 70. However the number of bed days they occupy are disproportionate to this; comprising 48% of the total bed days. The average number of bed days rises exponentially with age, with those aged under 70 averaging less than two days; those aged 80 averaging approximately 4.5 bed days and those aged over 90 approximately 7 bed days.
This disparity was recognised and a Medicine for Older People (MOP) liaison team comprising consultant geriatrician and Advanced Clinical Practitioner in Frailty starting working with the acute surgical team in November 2018, initially providing support two days a week, increasing to 5 days in March 2019.
Methods
The MOP liaison team meets with the acute surgical team each morning identifying and discussing relevant patients; those identified as living with frailty with associated complexity and uncertainty. This group of patients is then reviewed by the MOP liaison team utilising the principles of the comprehensive geriatric assessment to formulate a person-centred plan. Plans are discussed and coordinated with the surgical, nursing and therapy teams utilising a multi-disciplinary/ multi-professional approach.
Results
Length of stay is the main outcome measure and readmissions are monitored. Data on admission length and readmissions was analysed from April 2018 and has continued following commencement of the liaison service.
Primary results- Length of stay has reduced from 4.4 to 3.3 days on average for all over 70-year-olds admitted to the ASU team. Whilst admission rates have dropped across all age ranges the biggest reduction in readmissions is among the over 80-year-olds with an almost 50% reduction as opposed to a 33% reduction in the under 70 age group
Conclusions
Proactively managing the admissions and discharges of patients with frailty allows them to receive the right care at the right time in their period of crisis and shortens their admissions by approximately 25%.
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Serianni G, Toigo V, Bigi M, Boldrin M, Chitarin G, Dal Bello S, Grando L, Luchetta A, Marcuzzi D, Pasqualotto R, Pomaro N, Zaccaria P, Zanotto L, Agostinetti P, Agostini M, Antoni V, Aprile D, Barbisan M, Battistella M, Brombin M, Canton A, Cavazzana R, Dalla Palma M, Dan M, Delogu R, De Lorenzi A, De Muri M, Denizeau S, Fadone M, Fellin F, Ferro A, Gaio E, Gambetta G, Gasparini F, Gnesotto F, Jain P, Maistrello A, Manduchi G, Manfrin S, Marchiori G, Marconato N, Moresco M, Patton T, Pavei M, Peruzzo S, Pilan N, Pimazzoni A, Piovan R, Poggi C, Recchia M, Rigoni A, Rizzolo A, Rostagni G, Sartori E, Siragusa M, Sonato P, Spada E, Spagnolo S, Spolaore M, Taliercio C, Tinti P, Ugoletti M, Valente M, Zamengo A, Zaniol B, Zaupa M, Cavenago M, Boilson D, Rotti C, Veltri P, Chareyre J, Decamps H, Dremel M, Graceffa J, Geli F, Schunke B, Svensson L, Urbani M, Bonicelli T, Agarici G, Garbuglia A, Masiello A, Paolucci F, Simon M, Bailly-Maitre L, Bragulat E, Gomez G, Gutierrez D, Labate C, Mico G, Moreno JF, Pilard V, Kouzmenko G, Rousseau A, Chakraborty A, Baruah U, Patel H, Singh NP, Patel A, Dhola H, Raval B, Cristofaro S, Fantz U, Heinemann B, Kraus W, Kashiwagi M, Tobari H. First operation in SPIDER and the path to complete MITICA. THE REVIEW OF SCIENTIFIC INSTRUMENTS 2020; 91:023510. [PMID: 32113382 DOI: 10.1063/1.5133076] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2019] [Accepted: 01/22/2020] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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The requirements of ITER neutral beam injectors (1 MeV, 40 A negative deuterium ion current for 1 h) have never been simultaneously attained; therefore, a dedicated Neutral Beam Test Facility (NBTF) was set up at Consorzio RFX (Padova, Italy). The NBTF includes two experiments: SPIDER (Source for the Production of Ions of Deuterium Extracted from Rf plasma), the full-scale prototype of the source of ITER injectors, with a 100 keV accelerator, to investigate and optimize the properties of the ion source; and MITICA, the full-scale prototype of the entire injector, devoted to the issues related to the accelerator, including voltage holding at low gas pressure. The present paper gives an account of the status of the procurements, of the timeline, and of the voltage holding tests and experiments for MITICA. As for SPIDER, the first year of operation is described, regarding the solution of some issues connected with the radiofrequency power, the source operation, and the characterization of the first negative ion beam.
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Steele S, Tan C, Cieslik L, Nanayakkara S, Mariani J, Leet A, Patel H. 307 Comparison of Left Ventriculography and Transthoracic Echocardiography in the Assessment of Left Ventricular Systolic Function Post Myocardial Infarction - A Single Centre Retrospective Analysis. Heart Lung Circ 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.hlc.2020.09.314] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Cieslik L, Patel H. 719 Changing Trends in Prescribing of Diabetes Medications in Australia Between 2003 and 2018. Heart Lung Circ 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.hlc.2020.09.726] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Kawai A, Patel H, Kaye D, Nanayakkara S. 768 Machine Learning Prediction Tools for All-Cause Readmissions in Patients Hospitalised for Heart Failure Using Routinely Collected Medical Record Data. Heart Lung Circ 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.hlc.2020.09.775] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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Russell J, Griffith T, Naghipour S, Vider J, Du Toit E, Patel H, Peart J, Headrick J. 104 Dietary α-Linolenic Acid Does Not Modify Caveolar Proteins Yet Limits Cardioprotective Dysfunction in Type 2 Diabetic Mice. Heart Lung Circ 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.hlc.2020.09.111] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Patel H, Wu H, Lee A, Saeed Y. A037 Risk of Cardiac Events After Discharge From Hospital With Chest Pain and Whilst Awaiting Outpatient CT Coronary Angiography. Heart Lung Circ 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.hlc.2020.05.042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Kiani S, Kamioka N, Caughron H, Dong A, Patel H, Lisko J, Gleason P, Stewart J, Grubb K, Greenbaum A, Devireddy C, Guyton R, Leshnower B, Babaliaros V, Hoskins M. P1019Validation of a risk score to predict the need for pacemaker implantation after transcatheter aortic valve replacement. Eur Heart J 2019. [DOI: 10.1093/eurheartj/ehz747.0610] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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Background
New conduction abnormalities necessitating pacemaker implantation (PMI) is a common occurrence after TAVR. There is an increased rate of PMI in the those receiving the most contemporary implanted valve, the Edwards Sapien-3 (S3), compared to prior generation balloon expandable valves. We previously described predictors of PMI in a large cohort. Herein we sought to validate these predictors of PMI in a subsequent validation cohort.
Methods
We evaluated all patients undergoing first time elective TAVR with S3 at our institution (n=326). We developed a risk score based on a predictive model we have previously described. Patients received one point for each of the following: history of syncope, oversizing of the valve >16%, baseline right bundle branch block morphology, and two points for a QRS duration >115 ms. We performed regression analysis of the risk score and need for PMI. We also evaluated the performance of the risk score using ROC analysis.
Results
Thirty patients (8%) of the total cohort had need for PMI after S3 implantation. Those with PMI had a higher rate of pre-existing infra-nodal conduction system disease – including QRS duration >115ms (57% vs. 20%, p<0.001) and right bundle branch block (RBBB) morphology (47% vs. 10%, p<0.001) - as well as more frequent valve oversizing >15.7% (47% vs. 23%, p<0.01). There was no significant difference in a history of syncope (10% vs. 8%, p=0.72) between groups. The PMI risk score had an area under the curve of 0.753 on ROC analysis. The PMI risk score was significantly associated with PMI (OR 2.37; 95% CI [1.64–3.34], p<0.001).
Rate of PMI Stratified by Risk Score
Conclusions
The PMI risk score was strongly predictive of the need for PMI after implantation of the S3 valve in a large validation cohort. The PMI risk score performed well in sensitivity analysis. This PMI risk score represents a simple tool to help further risk stratify patients being considered for TAVR.
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