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Garcia-Sayan E, Jain R, Wessly P, Mackensen GB, Johnson B, Quader N. Radiation Exposure to the Interventional Echocardiographers and Sonographers: A Call to Action. J Am Soc Echocardiogr 2024; 37:698-705. [PMID: 38490315 DOI: 10.1016/j.echo.2024.03.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2023] [Revised: 03/04/2024] [Accepted: 03/07/2024] [Indexed: 03/17/2024]
Abstract
Interventional echocardiography is a rapidly growing field within the disciplines of cardiology and anesthesiology, with the rise of advanced transcatheter procedures making skilled imagers more important than ever. However, these procedures also involve frequent manipulation of the transesophageal echocardiography probe, which means interventional echocardiographers (IEs) are at risk of long-term occupational radiation exposure. Studies have shown that radiation exposure is linked to various health issues, including cancer, cataracts, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, endothelial dysfunction, vascular aging, and early atherosclerosis. While there is increasing awareness of the occupational radiation dose limits and the need for better shielding methods, the importance of radiation safety for the IE is still not sufficiently prioritized in most cardiac catheterization laboratories/hybrid operating rooms. This is partly due to a paucity of studies looking at long-term radiation exposure to the IE, as this field is newer than that of interventional cardiologists.
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- Enrique Garcia-Sayan
- Department of Medicine, Section of Cardiology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas
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- Aurora Cardiovascular Services, Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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- Aurora Cardiovascular Services, Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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- Division of Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology, Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington
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- Aurora Cardiovascular Services, Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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- Division of Cardiology, Washington University School of Medicine-St. Louis, St. Louis, Missouri.
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Jain P, Potchileev I. Cardiac Anesthesiologists Should Be Responsible for Imaging During Structural Heart Procedures. J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth 2024; 38:1305-1308. [PMID: 36402649 DOI: 10.1053/j.jvca.2022.10.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2022] [Accepted: 10/19/2022] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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- Pankaj Jain
- University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL.
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Karsenty C, Hadeed K, Pyra P, Guitarte A, Djeddai C, Vincent R, Dulac Y, Silagdze I, Gobin J, Combes N, Ratsimandresy M, Berthomieu L, Calvaruso D, Acar P. Advancing paediatric cardiac imaging: a comprehensive analysis of the feasibility and accuracy of a novel 3D paediatric transoesophageal probe. Front Cardiovasc Med 2023; 10:1294109. [PMID: 38116539 PMCID: PMC10728472 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2023.1294109] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2023] [Accepted: 11/13/2023] [Indexed: 12/21/2023] Open
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Aims Pediatric transoesophageal echocardiography (TOE) probes have remained two-dimensional (2D) limiting their use compared to adults. While critical in pediatrics for interventions and post-surgery assessments, technological advancements introduced a three-dimensional (3D) pediatric TOE probe. This study assessed the new 3D pediatric TOE probe (GE 9VT-D) for feasibility, handling, and imaging quality. Methods and results At Children's Hospital of Toulouse, 2-month prospective study enrolled children undergoing TOE with the new probe. All imaging modalities were rated by 2 operators using a 5-point Likert-type scale from 1 (very poor) to 5 (very good) quality. Forty-five children, median age 3.7 (range: 2 months-14.7 years) median weight 7.8 kg (range: 4.3-48 kg) underwent 60 TOEs: 25% pre-surgery, 45% post-surgery, 28% during percutaneous procedures, and 2% in intensive care. Probe handling was "very easy" in all cases without adverse events. The median score of 2D, 2D colour, pulsed Doppler and 3D were noted 5 out of 5 and continuous Doppler and 3D colour 4 out of 5. The 3D image quality remained consistent irrespective of the patient weighing above or below 7.8 kg (p = 0.72). Postoperative TOEs identified two cases needing further interventions, emphasizing its value in evaluating surgical outcomes and also for guiding percutaneous interventions. Conclusion Our comprehensive evaluation demonstrates that the new 3D pediatric TOE probe is feasible and provides high-quality imaging in pediatric patients. The successful integration of this novel probe into clinical practice has the potential to enhance diagnostic accuracy and procedural planning, ultimately optimizing patient outcomes in pediatric cardiac care.
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- Clément Karsenty
- Department of Paediatric Cardiology, University Hospital, Toulouse, France
- Institut Des Maladies Métaboliques Et Cardiovasculaires [Institute of Metabolic and Cardiovascular Diseases], University of Toulouse, Toulouse, France
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- Department of Paediatric Cardiology, University Hospital, Toulouse, France
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- Department of Paediatric Cardiology, University Hospital, Toulouse, France
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- Department of Paediatric Cardiology, University Hospital, Toulouse, France
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- Department of Paediatric Cardiology, University Hospital, Toulouse, France
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- Department of Paediatric Cardiology, University Hospital, Toulouse, France
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- Department of Paediatric Cardiology, University Hospital, Toulouse, France
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- Department of Paediatric Cardiology, University Hospital, Toulouse, France
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Paediatric Cardiology, University Hospital, Toulouse, France
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- Department of Cardiology, Clinique Pasteur [Pasteur Clinic], Toulouse, France
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- Department of Intensive Care Unit and Paediatric Cardiology, University Hospital, Toulouse, France
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- Department of Paediatric Cardiology, University Hospital, Toulouse, France
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- Department of Paediatric Cardiology, University Hospital, Toulouse, France
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Pospishil L, Hoffmeister KJ, Neuburger PJ. Special Competency in Echocardiographic Guidance for Structural Heart Disease Interventions: Cardiac Anesthesiologists as Interventional Echocardiographers. J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth 2023; 37:1843-1846. [PMID: 37419754 DOI: 10.1053/j.jvca.2023.06.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2023] [Accepted: 06/06/2023] [Indexed: 07/09/2023]
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- Liliya Pospishil
- Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative Care, and Pain Medicine, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, New York, NY.
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- Department of Anesthesiology, New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York, NY
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative Care, and Pain Medicine, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, New York, NY
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Raja Shariff RE, Soesanto AM, Scalia GM, Ewe SH, Izumo M, Liu L, Li WCW, Kam KKH, Fan Y, Hong GR, Kinsara AJ, Tucay ES, Oh JK, Lee APW. Echocardiographic Imaging in Transcatheter Structural Intervention: An AAE Review Paper. JACC. ASIA 2023; 3:556-579. [PMID: 37614546 PMCID: PMC10442887 DOI: 10.1016/j.jacasi.2023.05.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2023] [Revised: 05/24/2023] [Accepted: 05/27/2023] [Indexed: 08/25/2023]
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Transcatheter structural heart intervention (TSHI) has gained popularity over the past decade as a means of cardiac intervention in patients with prohibitive surgical risks. Following the exponential rise in cases and devices developed over the period, there has been increased focus on developing the role of "structural imagers" amongst cardiologists. This review, as part of a growing initiative to develop the field of interventional echocardiography, aims to highlight the role of echocardiography in myriad TSHIs available within Asia. We first discuss the various echocardiography-based imaging modalities, including 3-dimensional echocardiography, fusion imaging, and intracardiac echocardiography. We then highlight a selected list of structural interventions available in the region-a combination of established interventions alongside novel approaches-describing key anatomic and pathologic characteristics related to the relevant structural heart diseases, before delving into various aspects of echocardiography imaging for each TSHI.
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- Department of Cardiology and Vascular Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Indonesia/National Cardiovascular Center Harapan Kita, Jakarta, Indonesia
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- Department of Cardiology, St Marianna University School of Medicine, Miyamae Ward, Kawasaki, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Department of Ultrasound, Xijing Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Center, Xijing Hospital, Fourth Military Medical University, Xi’an, Shaanxi, China
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Li Ka Shing Institute of Health Sciences, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
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- Li Ka Shing Institute of Health Sciences, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
- Department of Cardiology, Shanghai Chest Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
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- Yonsei University College of Medicine, Sinchon-dong, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, South Korea
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- Ministry of National Guard—Health Affairs, King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, COM-WR, King Abdullah International Medical Research Center, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Philippine Heart Center, Diliman, Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines
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- Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
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- Li Ka Shing Institute of Health Sciences, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
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Ternacle J, Salaun E, Ruf T, Lafitte S, von Bardeleben RS, Modine T, Leroux L, Rodes-Cabau J, Kodali S, Leon M, Pibarot P, Hahn RT. Radioprotection for the imaging specialist during structural heart interventions: Not an option! Arch Cardiovasc Dis 2023; 116:352-356. [PMID: 37391341 DOI: 10.1016/j.acvd.2023.03.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2023] [Revised: 03/14/2023] [Accepted: 03/15/2023] [Indexed: 07/02/2023]
Abstract
Structural heart interventions are steadily increasing, and the majority requires echocardiographic guidance. As a result, imaging specialists are exposed to the harmful effects of scattered ionizing radiation. This X-ray exposure must be quantified, its potential consequences should be monitored by occupational medicine and the "as low as reasonably achievable" principles of radioprotection should be optimized (including increasing the distance, decreasing the duration, using shielding radiation and providing safety training for the imaging specialist). The spatial organization of and shielding provision in the procedural rooms should be designed to optimize radioprotection for all team members.
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- Julien Ternacle
- Institut Universitaire de Cardiologie et de Pneumologie de Québec, Université Laval, Québec Heart and Lung Institute, Laval University, Québec, QC G1V 4G5, Canada; Haut-Leveque Cardiology Hospital, Bordeaux University, 33600 Pessac, France.
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- Institut Universitaire de Cardiologie et de Pneumologie de Québec, Université Laval, Québec Heart and Lung Institute, Laval University, Québec, QC G1V 4G5, Canada
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- Structural Heart Disease Interventions and the Heart Valve Centre, 55131 Mainz, Germany
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- Haut-Leveque Cardiology Hospital, Bordeaux University, 33600 Pessac, France
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- Haut-Leveque Cardiology Hospital, Bordeaux University, 33600 Pessac, France
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- Haut-Leveque Cardiology Hospital, Bordeaux University, 33600 Pessac, France
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- Institut Universitaire de Cardiologie et de Pneumologie de Québec, Université Laval, Québec Heart and Lung Institute, Laval University, Québec, QC G1V 4G5, Canada
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- Department of Medicine, Columbia University Medical Center/NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, New York, NY 10032, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Columbia University Medical Center/NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, New York, NY 10032, USA; Cardiovascular Research Foundation, New York, NY 10019, USA
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- Institut Universitaire de Cardiologie et de Pneumologie de Québec, Université Laval, Québec Heart and Lung Institute, Laval University, Québec, QC G1V 4G5, Canada
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- Department of Medicine, Columbia University Medical Center/NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, New York, NY 10032, USA; Cardiovascular Research Foundation, New York, NY 10019, USA
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Agricola E, Ingallina G, Ancona F, Biondi F, Margonato D, Barki M, Tavernese A, Belli M, Stella S. Evolution of interventional imaging in structural heart disease. Eur Heart J Suppl 2023; 25:C189-C199. [PMID: 37125282 PMCID: PMC10132629 DOI: 10.1093/eurheartjsupp/suad044] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/02/2023]
Abstract
Treatments for structural heart diseases (SHD) have been considerably evolved by the widespread of transcatheter approach in the last decades. The progression of transcatheter treatments for SHD was feasible due to the improvement of devices and the advances in imaging techniques. In this setting, the cardiovascular imaging is pivotal not only for the diagnosis but even for the treatment of SHD. With the aim of fulfilling these tasks, a multimodality imaging approach with new imaging tools for pre-procedural planning, intra-procedural guidance, and follow-up of SHD was developed. This review will describe the current state-of-the-art imaging techniques for the most common percutaneous interventions as well as the new imaging tools. The imaging approaches will be addressed describing the use in pre-procedural planning, intra-procedural guidance, and follow-up.
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- Cardiothoracic Department, Cardiovascular Imaging Unit, San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Via Olgettina 60, Milan 20132, Italy
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- Cardiothoracic Department, Cardiovascular Imaging Unit, San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Via Olgettina 60, Milan 20132, Italy
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- Cardiothoracic Department, Cardiovascular Imaging Unit, San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Via Olgettina 60, Milan 20132, Italy
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- Cardiothoracic Department, Cardiovascular Imaging Unit, San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Via Olgettina 60, Milan 20132, Italy
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- Cardiothoracic Department, Cardiovascular Imaging Unit, San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Via Olgettina 60, Milan 20132, Italy
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- Cardiothoracic Department, Cardiovascular Imaging Unit, San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Via Olgettina 60, Milan 20132, Italy
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- Cardiothoracic Department, Cardiovascular Imaging Unit, San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Via Olgettina 60, Milan 20132, Italy
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- Cardiothoracic Department, Cardiovascular Imaging Unit, San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Via Olgettina 60, Milan 20132, Italy
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Little SH, Rigolin VH, Garcia-Sayan E, Hahn RT, Hung J, Mackensen GB, Mankad S, Quader N, Saric M. Recommendations for Special Competency in Echocardiographic Guidance of Structural Heart Disease Interventions: From the American Society of Echocardiography. J Am Soc Echocardiogr 2023; 36:350-365. [PMID: 36841670 DOI: 10.1016/j.echo.2023.01.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/26/2023]
Abstract
Transcatheter therapies for structural heart disease continue to grow at a rapid pace, and echocardiography is the primary imaging modality used to support such procedures. Transesophageal echocardiographic guidance of structural heart disease procedures must be performed by highly skilled echocardiographers who can provide rapid, accurate, and high-quality image acquisition and interpretation in real time. Training standards are needed to ensure that interventional echocardiographers have the necessary expertise to perform this complex task. This document provides guidance on all critical aspects of training for cardiology and anesthesiology trainees and postgraduate echocardiographers who plan to specialize in interventional echocardiography. Core competencies common to all transcatheter therapies are reviewed in addition to competencies for each specific transcatheter procedure. A core principle is that the length of interventional echocardiography training or achieved procedure volumes are less important than the demonstration of procedure-specific competencies within the milestone domains of knowledge, skill, and communication.
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- Stephen H Little
- Houston Methodist DeBakey Heart and Vascular Center, Houston, Texas
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- Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, Illinois
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- Columbia University Irving College of Medicine, New York, New York
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- Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
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- New York University Langone Health, New York, New York
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Machino-Ohtsuka T, Ishizu T, Kawakami Y. Intraoperative Imaging Strategy Unique to Japan for Transcatheter Closure of Atrial Septal Defects. Circ J 2023; 87:525-526. [PMID: 36805529 DOI: 10.1253/circj.cj-23-0045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/19/2023]
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- Tomoko Machino-Ohtsuka
- Department of Cardiology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tsukuba.,Department of Clinical Laboratory Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tsukuba
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- Department of Cardiology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tsukuba
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tsukuba
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Lee JC, Geske JB, Narang A, Khalique OK, Choi AD, Sun YP, Cavalcante JL, Pinto DS, Gafoor SA, Jagasia DH, DiCarli MF, Villines TC, Little SH, Hahn RT, Wang DD. Structural Heart Imaging Survey Highlights: Training, Challenges, and Practice Patterns in Interventional Imaging. JACC Cardiovasc Imaging 2023; 16:255-258. [PMID: 36648041 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcmg.2022.09.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2022] [Revised: 08/19/2022] [Accepted: 09/15/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Hausleiter J, Stocker TJ, Adamo M, Karam N, Swaans MJ, Praz F. Mitral valve transcatheter edge-to-edge repair. EUROINTERVENTION 2023; 18:957-976. [PMID: 36688459 PMCID: PMC9869401 DOI: 10.4244/eij-d-22-00725] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/19/2022] [Accepted: 11/04/2022] [Indexed: 01/21/2023]
Abstract
Mitral regurgitation (MR) is the most prevalent valvular heart disease and, when left untreated, results in reduced quality of life, heart failure, and increased mortality. Mitral valve transcatheter edge-to-edge repair (M-TEER) has matured considerably as a non-surgical treatment option since its commercial introduction in Europe in 2008. As a result of major device and interventional improvements, as well as the accumulation of experience by the interventional cardiologists, M-TEER has emerged as an important therapeutic strategy for patients with severe and symptomatic MR in the current European and American guidelines. Herein, we provide a comprehensive up-do-date overview of M-TEER. We define preprocedural patient evaluation and highlight key aspects for decision-making. We describe the currently available M-TEER systems and summarise the evidence for M-TEER in both primary mitral regurgitation (PMR) and secondary mitral regurgitation (SMR). In addition, we provide recommendations for device selection, intraprocedural imaging and guiding, M-TEER optimisation and management of recurrent MR. Finally, we provide information on major unsolved questions and "grey areas" in M-TEER.
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- Jörg Hausleiter
- Department of Cardiology, LMU Klinikum, Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich, Munich, Germany and DZHK (German Center for Cardiovascular Research), Partner Site Munich Heart Alliance, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Cardiology, LMU Klinikum, Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich, Munich, Germany and DZHK (German Center for Cardiovascular Research), Partner Site Munich Heart Alliance, Munich, Germany
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- Cardiology and Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory, ASST Spedali Civili di Brescia and Department of Medical and Surgical Specialties, University of Brescia, Brescia, Italy
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- Paris Cardiovascular Research Center, INSERM and Cardiology Department, European Hospital Georges Pompidou, University of Paris, Paris, France
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- Department of Cardiology, St. Antonius Hospital, Nieuwegein, the Netherlands
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- Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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Jain P, Mohammed AN, Fischer C, Aljure O. Current and Investigational Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement Systems: A Narrative Review for the Cardiac Anesthesiologist. J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth 2022; 36:4108-4128. [PMID: 35915003 DOI: 10.1053/j.jvca.2022.05.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2021] [Revised: 04/21/2022] [Accepted: 05/13/2022] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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- Pankaj Jain
- Department of Anesthesiology University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL.
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- Department of Anesthesiology University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL
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- Department of Anesthesiology University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL
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- Department of Anesthesiology University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL
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Addetia K, Mazzanti A, Maragna R, Monti L, Yamat M, Kukavica D, Pagan E, Kishiki K, Prado A, Marino M, Bagnardi V, Priori S, Lang RM. Value of 3D echocardiography in the diagnosis of arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy. Eur Heart J Cardiovasc Imaging 2022; 24:664-677. [PMID: 36056824 DOI: 10.1093/ehjci/jeac172] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2021] [Revised: 07/11/2022] [Accepted: 08/09/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Abstract
Aims
The 2010 Task Force Criteria (TFC) require that both right ventricular (RV) regional wall-motion abnormalities (WMA) and specific RV size cut-offs be met in order to fulfil one of the major criterion for arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy (ARVC) diagnosis. Currently, 2D echocardiography (2DE) and cardiovascular magnetic resonance imaging (cMRI) are used to determine if these criteria are met. Little is known about the diagnostic value of 3D echocardiography (3DE) in ARVC. The aim of this study was to determine whether a combination of 2DE-3DE is non-inferior to the currently used 2DE-cMRI combination in the diagnosis of patients with ARVC.
Methods and results
Thirty-nine individuals (47±15 years) with suspected ARVC underwent evaluation of the RV with cMRI, 2DE, and 3DE. 3DE and cMRI were independently used to obtain RV volumes, ejection fraction (EF) and determine the presence of segmental RV WMA. Studies were blindly classified as meeting criteria for ARVC in accordance with the 2010 TFC. Kappa statistics were used to test the concordance between 2DE–cMRI and 2DE–3DE approaches. Using the 2DE–cMRI approach, 3/39 were not affected, 5/39 possible, 8/39 borderline, and 23/39 definite ARVC. The proposed 2DE–3DE approach yielded 5/39 not affected, 7/39 possible, 8/39 borderline, and 19/39 definite diagnoses. The two approaches were highly concordant (k = 0.71; 95% confidence interval: 0.44–0.84). Although 3DE underestimated RV volumes in comparison with cMRI, interfering, in some instances with the fulfilment of a major criterion, it was able to identify more RV WMA (28/39) than 2DE (11/39), with a detection-rate comparable to cMRI (33/39) highlighting a unique advantage.
Conclusion
The combination of 2DE–3DE for ARVC diagnosis is comparable to the conventional 2DE–cMRI approach. 3DE should be performed in all suspected ARVC patients to aide in the detection of WMA.
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- Karima Addetia
- Department of Cardiology, University of Chicago , Chicago, IL 60637 , USA
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- Department of Molecular Cardiology, IRCCS ICS Maugeri , Pavia 27100 , Italy
- Department of Molecular Medicine, University of Pavia , Pavia 27100 , Italy
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- Department of Molecular Cardiology, IRCCS ICS Maugeri , Pavia 27100 , Italy
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- Department of Radiology, Humanitas Research Hospital , Rozzano 20089 , Italy
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- Department of Molecular Medicine, University of Pavia , Pavia 27100 , Italy
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- Department of Molecular Cardiology, IRCCS ICS Maugeri , Pavia 27100 , Italy
- Department of Molecular Medicine, University of Pavia , Pavia 27100 , Italy
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- Department of Statistics and Quantitative Methods, University of Milan–Bicocca , Milan 20126 , Italy
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- Department of Cardiology, University of Chicago , Chicago, IL 60637 , USA
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- Department of Cardiology, University of Chicago , Chicago, IL 60637 , USA
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- Department of Molecular Cardiology, IRCCS ICS Maugeri , Pavia 27100 , Italy
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- Department of Statistics and Quantitative Methods, University of Milan–Bicocca , Milan 20126 , Italy
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- Department of Molecular Cardiology, IRCCS ICS Maugeri , Pavia 27100 , Italy
- Department of Molecular Medicine, University of Pavia , Pavia 27100 , Italy
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- Department of Cardiology, University of Chicago , Chicago, IL 60637 , USA
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Lee J, Chen T, Gill E. Interventional echocardiography: Opportunities and challenges in an emerging field. Echocardiography 2022; 39:975-984. [PMID: 33095471 DOI: 10.1111/echo.14874] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2020] [Revised: 09/10/2020] [Accepted: 09/12/2020] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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The growth of transcatheter structural heart disease interventions has created a subspecialty of interventional imagers who focus on preprocedural planning and the periprocedural guidance of these complex cases. In particular interventional imagers who focus on periprocedural guidance have developed a specific expertise in interventional transesophageal echocardiography (iTEE). This nascent field has challenges in training, reimbursement, and occupational hazards which are unique to this field. This review encompasses the evolution of iTEE, current challenges, and future opportunities.
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- James Lee
- Division of Cardiology, Henry Ford Heart and Vascular Institute, Detroit, MI, USA
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- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Perelman School of Medicine, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Division of Cardiology, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO, USA
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McNamara DA, Chopra R, Decker JM, McNamara MW, VanOosterhout SM, Berkompas DC, Dahu MI, Kenaan MA, Jawad WI, Merhi WM, Parker JL, Madder RD. Comparison of Radiation Exposure Among Interventional Echocardiographers, Interventional Cardiologists, and Sonographers During Percutaneous Structural Heart Interventions. JAMA Netw Open 2022; 5:e2220597. [PMID: 35797046 PMCID: PMC9264035 DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.20597] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
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IMPORTANCE Transesophageal echocardiography during percutaneous left atrial appendage closure (LAAO) and transcatheter edge-to-edge mitral valve repair (TEER) require an interventional echocardiographer to stand near the radiation source and patient, the primary source of scatter radiation. Despite previous work demonstrating high radiation exposure for interventional cardiologists performing percutaneous coronary and structural heart interventions, similar data for interventional echocardiographers are lacking. OBJECTIVE To assess whether interventional echocardiographers are exposed to greater radiation doses than interventional cardiologists and sonographers during structural heart procedures. DESIGN, SETTING, AND PARTICIPANTS In this single-center cross-sectional study, radiation doses were collected from interventional echocardiographers, interventional cardiologists, and sonographers at a quaternary care center during 30 sequential LAAO and 30 sequential TEER procedures from July 1, 2016, to January 31, 2018. Participants and study personnel were blinded to radiation doses through data analysis (January 1, 2020, to October 12, 2021). EXPOSURES Occupation defined as interventional echocardiographers, interventional cardiologists, and sonographers. MAIN OUTCOMES AND MEASURES Measured personal dose equivalents per case were recorded using real-time radiation dosimeters. RESULTS A total of 60 (30 TEER and 30 LAAO) procedures were performed in 60 patients (mean [SD] age, 79 [8] years; 32 [53.3%] male) with a high cardiovascular risk factor burden. The median radiation dose per case was higher for interventional echocardiographers (10.6 μSv; IQR, 4.2-22.4 μSv) than for interventional cardiologists (2.1 μSv; IQR, 0.2-8.3 μSv; P < .001). During TEER, interventional echocardiographers received a median radiation dose of 10.5 μSv (IQR, 3.1-20.5 μSv), which was higher than the median radiation dose received by interventional cardiologists (0.9 μSv; IQR, 0.1-12.2 μSv; P < .001). During LAAO procedures, the median radiation dose was 10.6 μSv (IQR, 5.8-24.1 μSv) among interventional echocardiographers and 3.5 (IQR, 1.3-6.3 μSv) among interventional cardiologists (P < .001). Compared with interventional echocardiographers, sonographers exhibited low median radiation doses during both LAAO (0.2 μSv; IQR, 0.0-1.6 μSv; P < .001) and TEER (0.0 μSv; IQR, 0.0-0.1 μSv; P < .001). CONCLUSIONS AND RELEVANCE In this cross-sectional study, interventional echocardiographers were exposed to higher radiation doses than interventional cardiologists during LAAO and TEER procedures, whereas sonographers demonstrated comparatively lower radiation doses. Higher radiation doses indicate a previously underappreciated occupational risk faced by interventional echocardiographers, which has implications for the rapidly expanding structural heart team.
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- David A. McNamara
- Frederik Meijer Heart & Vascular Institute, Spectrum Health, Grand Rapids, Michigan
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- Frederik Meijer Heart & Vascular Institute, Spectrum Health, Grand Rapids, Michigan
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- Frederik Meijer Heart & Vascular Institute, Spectrum Health, Grand Rapids, Michigan
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- Frederik Meijer Heart & Vascular Institute, Spectrum Health, Grand Rapids, Michigan
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- Frederik Meijer Heart & Vascular Institute, Spectrum Health, Grand Rapids, Michigan
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- Frederik Meijer Heart & Vascular Institute, Spectrum Health, Grand Rapids, Michigan
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- Frederik Meijer Heart & Vascular Institute, Spectrum Health, Grand Rapids, Michigan
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- Frederik Meijer Heart & Vascular Institute, Spectrum Health, Grand Rapids, Michigan
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- Frederik Meijer Heart & Vascular Institute, Spectrum Health, Grand Rapids, Michigan
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- Frederik Meijer Heart & Vascular Institute, Spectrum Health, Grand Rapids, Michigan
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- Frederik Meijer Heart & Vascular Institute, Spectrum Health, Grand Rapids, Michigan
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The China Heart Valve Center and National Transcatheter Valve Therapeutics Registry database. CARDIOLOGY PLUS 2022. [DOI: 10.1097/cp9.0000000000000024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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Bose R, Montealegre-Gallegos M, Mitchell JD, Sharkey A, Sehgal S, Krajewski ML, Robitaille MJ, Katsiampoura A, Haering JM, Laham R, Mahmood F. Curriculum for Subspecialty Anesthesia Training in Adult Structural Heart Disease Imaging: A Single-Center Experience. J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth 2022; 36:3469-3474. [DOI: 10.1053/j.jvca.2022.04.047] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2021] [Revised: 04/22/2022] [Accepted: 04/30/2022] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Vahanian A, Beyersdorf F, Praz F, Milojevic M, Baldus S, Bauersachs J, Capodanno D, Conradi L, De Bonis M, De Paulis R, Delgado V, Freemantle N, Gilard M, Haugaa KH, Jeppsson A, Jüni P, Pierard L, Prendergast BD, Rafael Sádaba J, Tribouilloy C, Wojakowski W. Guía ESC/EACTS 2021 sobre el diagnóstico y tratamiento de las valvulopatías. Rev Esp Cardiol 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.recesp.2021.11.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Khan SI, Qaisar SM, Pachori RB. Automated classification of valvular heart diseases using FBSE-EWT and PSR based geometrical features. Biomed Signal Process Control 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.bspc.2021.103445] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Vahanian A, Beyersdorf F, Praz F, Milojevic M, Baldus S, Bauersachs J, Capodanno D, Conradi L, De Bonis M, De Paulis R, Delgado V, Freemantle N, Haugaa KH, Jeppsson A, Jüni P, Pierard L, Prendergast BD, Sádaba JR, Tribouilloy C, Wojakowski W. 2021 ESC/EACTS Guidelines for the management of valvular heart disease. EUROINTERVENTION 2022; 17:e1126-e1196. [PMID: 34931612 PMCID: PMC9725093 DOI: 10.4244/eij-e-21-00009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 106] [Impact Index Per Article: 53.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Hahn RT, Saric M, Faletra FF, Garg R, Gillam LD, Horton K, Khalique OK, Little SH, Mackensen GB, Oh J, Quader N, Safi L, Scalia GM, Lang RM. Recommended Standards for the Performance of Transesophageal Echocardiographic Screening for Structural Heart Intervention: From the American Society of Echocardiography. J Am Soc Echocardiogr 2022; 35:1-76. [PMID: 34280494 DOI: 10.1016/j.echo.2021.07.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 87] [Impact Index Per Article: 43.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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- Rebecca T Hahn
- Columbia University Irving College of Medicine, New York, New York
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- New York University Langone Health, New York, New York
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- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, California
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- Columbia University Irving College of Medicine, New York, New York
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- Houston Methodist DeBakey Heart and Vascular Center, Houston, Texas
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- Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
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- Hackensack University Medical Center, Hackensack, New Jersey
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Huang GS, Sheehan FH, Gill EA. Transesophageal echocardiography simulation: A review of current technology. Echocardiography 2021; 39:89-100. [PMID: 34913188 DOI: 10.1111/echo.15281] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2021] [Revised: 10/19/2021] [Accepted: 11/26/2021] [Indexed: 01/27/2023] Open
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Transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) has experienced tremendous increase in interest and demand alongside the rapid growth of transcatheter structural cardiac interventions. TEE instruction prolongs the procedure, increasing the risk of probe malfunction from overheating and patient complications from prolonged sedation. Echocardiographic simulation programs have been developed to hone the procedural skills of novice operators in a time-unrestricted, low-pressure environment before they perform TEEs on real patients. Simulators likely benefit training in interventional TEE for the same reasons. We searched PubMed, basic Google, and Google Scholar for currently marketed TEE simulators, including foreign as well as US companies. We queried the vendors regarding features of the simulators that pertain to effective instructional design for diagnostic TEE. We also queried regarding the simulators' applicability to training in interventional TEE. The vendors' responses are reported here. In addition, we discuss the specific training needs for structural heart interventions, for which echocardiographic simulation could be a powerful educational tool. Lastly, we discuss the role of simulation for formative and summative assessment, and the advances required to improve training in complex procedures within the field of interventional echocardiography.
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- Gary S Huang
- Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology, University of Colorado, Denver, Colorado, USA
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Katsiampoura A, Mufarrih SH, Sharkey A, Bose R, Mahboobi SK, Matyal R, Mahmood F. A Sequential Approach for Echocardiographic Guidance of Trans-Septal Puncture – The PITLOC Protocol. J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth 2021; 36:3257-3264. [DOI: 10.1053/j.jvca.2021.12.025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2021] [Revised: 12/15/2021] [Accepted: 12/19/2021] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Vahanian A, Beyersdorf F, Praz F, Milojevic M, Baldus S, Bauersachs J, Capodanno D, Conradi L, De Bonis M, De Paulis R, Delgado V, Freemantle N, Gilard M, Haugaa KH, Jeppsson A, Jüni P, Pierard L, Prendergast BD, Sádaba JR, Tribouilloy C, Wojakowski W. 2021 ESC/EACTS Guidelines for the management of valvular heart disease. Eur J Cardiothorac Surg 2021; 60:727-800. [PMID: 34453161 DOI: 10.1093/ejcts/ezab389] [Citation(s) in RCA: 301] [Impact Index Per Article: 100.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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Vahanian A, Beyersdorf F, Praz F, Milojevic M, Baldus S, Bauersachs J, Capodanno D, Conradi L, De Bonis M, De Paulis R, Delgado V, Freemantle N, Gilard M, Haugaa KH, Jeppsson A, Jüni P, Pierard L, Prendergast BD, Sádaba JR, Tribouilloy C, Wojakowski W. 2021 ESC/EACTS Guidelines for the management of valvular heart disease. Eur Heart J 2021; 43:561-632. [PMID: 34453165 DOI: 10.1093/eurheartj/ehab395] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2022] [Impact Index Per Article: 674.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Pospishil L, Nampi RG, Neuburger PJ. Contemporary Practice of Echocardiography in Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement. J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth 2021; 36:4-7. [PMID: 34366216 DOI: 10.1053/j.jvca.2021.07.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/06/2021] [Accepted: 07/07/2021] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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- Liliya Pospishil
- Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative Care and Pain Medicine, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, New York, NY
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative Care and Pain Medicine, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, New York, NY
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative Care and Pain Medicine, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, New York, NY.
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Katsiampoura A, Tuttle M, Sharkey A, Huang L, Baribeau V, Mahmood F, Bose RR. Fluoroscopic Imaging for the Interventional Echocardiographer. J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth 2021; 36:594-598. [PMID: 34301448 DOI: 10.1053/j.jvca.2021.06.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2021] [Accepted: 06/09/2021] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Procedural guidance during structural heart disease (SHD) interventions is achieved with both two-dimensional and three-dimensional transesophageal echocardiography as well as real-time fluoroscopic imaging. Although both image the cardiac anatomy, they are based on different principles of image acquisition. In the era of multimodality imaging with coregistration of anatomic landmarks and simultaneous real-time display, it is essential to have cross-disciplinary imaging knowledge. Besides improving communication, it also enhances patient care and, possibly, outcomes. In this study, the authors used a novel fluoroscopic phantom cardiac model with enhanced structural markers to display the basic fluoroscopic images used during SHD interventions. The projected images enhance the understanding of the orientation and relationship among intracardiac structures as seen on fluoroscopy. In this study, the authors present the basic fluoroscopic views for SHD interventions and the anatomic relationship for intracardiac structures using a custom-made phantom fluoroscopic heart model.
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- Anastasia Katsiampoura
- Department of Anesthesiology, Critical Care and Pain Medicine, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- Department of Cardiology, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Critical Care and Pain Medicine, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Critical Care and Pain Medicine, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Critical Care and Pain Medicine, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Critical Care and Pain Medicine, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Critical Care and Pain Medicine, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA.
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Agricola E, Ancona F, Brochet E, Donal E, Dweck M, Faletra F, Lancellotti P, Mahmoud-Elsayed H, Marsan NA, Maurovich-Hovart P, Monaghan M, Ribeiro J, Sade LE, Swaans M, Von Bardeleben RS, Wunderlich N, Zamorano JL, Popescu BA, Cosyns B, Edvardsen T, Bertrand P, Delgado V, Gerber B, Stankovic I. The structural heart disease interventional imager rationale, skills and training: a position paper of the European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging. Eur Heart J Cardiovasc Imaging 2021; 22:471-479. [DOI: 10.1093/ehjci/jeab005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/05/2021] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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Percutaneous therapeutic options for an increasing variety of structural heart diseases (SHD) have grown dramatically. Within this context of continuous expansion of devices and procedures, there has been increased demand for physicians with specific knowledge, skills, and advanced training in multimodality cardiac imaging. As a consequence, a new subspecialty of ‘Interventional Imaging’ for SHD interventions and a new dedicated professional figure, the ‘Interventional Imager’ with specific competencies has emerged. The interventional imager is an integral part of the heart team and plays a central role in decision-making throughout the patient pathway, including the appropriateness and feasibility of a procedure, pre-procedural planning, intra-procedural guidance, and post-procedural follow-up. However, inherent challenges exist to develop a training programme for SHD imaging that differs from traditional cardiovascular imaging pathways. The purpose of this document is to provide the standard requirements for the training in SHD imaging, as well as a starting point for an official certification process for SHD interventional imager.
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- Eustachio Agricola
- Cardiovascular Imaging Unit, San Raffaele Hospital, IRCCS, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, Milan, Italy
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- Cardiovascular Imaging Unit, San Raffaele Hospital, Milan, Italy
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- Cardiology Department, Hôpital BICHAT Paris, France
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- Cardiologie, CHU de RENNES, LTSI UMR1099, INSERM, Université de Rennes-1, Rennes, France
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- Centre for Cardiovascular Science, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK
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- Director of cardiac imaging service, . Cardiocentro Ticino Switzerland
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- Department of Cardiology, CHU SartTilman, University of Liège Hospital, GIGA Cardiovascular Sciences, Liège, Belgium
- Gruppo Villa Maria Care and Research, Maria Cecilia Hospital, Cotignola, and Anthea Hospital, Bari, Italy
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- Consultant Cardiologist, Director of Echocardiography Lab, Al-Nas Hospital, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Cardiology, Leiden University Medical Center, The Netherlands
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- Director of Non-Invasive Cardiology, King’s College Hospital, London, UK
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- Thorax and Circulation Unit Director, Gaia Hospital Center, Oporto, Portugal
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- University of Baskent, Department of Cardiology, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Cardiology, St.Antonius Hospital, Nieuwegein, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy ‘Carol Davila’ - Euroecolab, Emergency Institute for Cardiovascular Diseases ‘Prof. Dr. C. C. Iliescu’, Bucharest, Romania
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- Cardiology Department, Centrum voor Hart en Vaatziekten (CHVZ), Universitair ziekenhuis Brussel, Brussels, Belgium
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- Dept of Cardiology, Oslo University Hospital, Pb 4950 Nydalen, 0424, Oslo, Norway
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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Hahn RT, Rubenson D, Mackensen GB, Saric M, Little SH, Mahmood F, Cole SP, Quader N. Interventional Echocardiography: A New Specialty Interest Group for American Society of Echocardiography. J Am Soc Echocardiogr 2020; 33:A10-A11. [PMID: 33279018 DOI: 10.1016/j.echo.2020.10.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Workup and Management of Primary Mitral Regurgitation. CURRENT TREATMENT OPTIONS IN CARDIOVASCULAR MEDICINE 2020. [DOI: 10.1007/s11936-020-00868-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Popescu (Chair) BA, Stefanidis A, Fox KF, Cosyns B, Delgado V, Di Salvo GD, Donal E, Flachskampf FA, Galderisi M, Lancellotti P, Muraru D, Sade LE, Edvardsen T. Training, competence, and quality improvement in echocardiography: the European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging Recommendations: update 2020. Eur Heart J Cardiovasc Imaging 2020; 21:1305-1319. [DOI: 10.1093/ehjci/jeaa266] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2020] [Accepted: 09/15/2020] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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The primary mission of the European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging (EACVI) is ‘to promote excellence in clinical diagnosis, research, technical development, and education in cardiovascular imaging’. Echocardiography is a key component in the evaluation of patients with known or suspected cardiovascular disease and is essential for the high quality and effective practice of clinical cardiology. The EACVI aims to update the previously published recommendations for training, competence, and quality improvement in echocardiography since these activities are increasingly recognized by patients, physicians, and payers. The purpose of this document is to provide the general requirements for training and competence in echocardiography, to outline the principles of quality evaluation, and to recommend a set of measures for improvement, with the ultimate goal of raising the standards of echocardiographic practice. Moreover, the document aims to provide specific guidance for advanced echo techniques, which have dramatically evolved since the previous publication in 2009.
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- Bogdan A Popescu (Chair)
- Department of Cardiology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy “Carol Davila” - Euroecolab, Emergency Institute for Cardiovascular Diseases “Prof. Dr. C. C. Iliescu”, Sos. Fundeni 258, 022328 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Cardiology, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, Fulham Palace Road, London, UK
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- Department of Cardiology, Centrum voor Hart en vaatziekten (CHVZ), Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel, 101 Laarbeeklaan, 1090 Brussels, Belgium
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- Department of Cardiology, Leiden University Medical Centre, Albinusdreef 2, Leiden 2300RC, The Netherlands
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- Service de Cardiologie Et Maladies Vasculaires Et CIC-IT 1414, CHU Rennes, 35000 Rennes, France
- Université de Rennes 1, LTSI, 35000 Rennes, France
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- Department of Medical Sciences, Uppsala University, Clinical Physiology and Cardiology, Uppsala University Hospital, Uppsala, Sweden
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- Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences, Federico II University, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Cardiology, University of Liège Hospital, GIGA Cardiovascular Sciences, CHU Sart Tilman, Liège, Belgium
- Gruppo Villa Maria Care and Research, Maria Cecilia Hospital, Cotignola, Anthea Hospital, Bari, Italy
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- Department of Cardiac, Neural and Metabolic Sciences, Istituto Auxologico Italiano, IRCCS, San Luca Hospital, P.le Brescia 201, 20149 Milan, Italy
- Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Milano-Bicocca, Via Cadore 48, 20900 Monza, Italy
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- Department of Cardiology, Faculty of Medicine, Başkent University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Cardiology, Center for Cardiological Innovation, Oslo University Hospital, Rikshospitalet, Sognsvannsveien 20, Oslo, Norway
- Institute for Surgical Research, Oslo University Hospital, Rikshospitalet, Sognsvannsveien 20, Oslo, Norway
- Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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Geyer M, Sotiriou E, Keller K, Tamm AR, Ruf TF, Kreidel F, Beiras-Fernandez A, Kornberger A, Yang Y, Emrich T, Schulz E, Münzel T, von Bardeleben RS. Feasibility of a MPR-based 3DTEE guidance protocol for transcatheter direct mitral valve annuloplasty. Echocardiography 2020; 37:1436-1442. [PMID: 32777134 DOI: 10.1111/echo.14694] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/22/2020] [Revised: 04/13/2020] [Accepted: 04/26/2020] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES Several interventional approaches have been established for the treatment of severe mitral regurgitation (MR) in patients at elevated risk for surgery. Direct annuloplasty is a relatively novel option in transcatheter mitral valve repair dedicated to reverse pathology in specific subsets of MR. With regard to echocardiographic guidance, this procedure presents with higher efforts in comparison with edge-to-edge therapy to enable safe and exact positioning of the device's anchors; evidence on optimal peri-interventional imaging is sparse. We tested a specific 3D-echo-guidance protocol implementing single-beat multiplanar reconstruction (MPR) and evaluated its feasibility. METHODS Overall, 16 patients consecutively treated with transcatheter direct annuloplasty for severe MR (87.5% functional/6.3% degenerative/6.3% mixed pathology) were entered in this monocentric analysis. Of these, two patients received a combined procedure including edge-to-edge repair. For all implantations, a 3D-echo-guidance protocol inheriting MPR was employed. RESULTS Periprocedural device time decreased continuously (overall mean 140 ± 55.1 minutes, 213 ± 38 minutes in the first 4 vs 108 ± 33 minutes in the last 4 procedures, P = .018) using the MPR-based echo protocol, going along with reduced fluoroscopy times and doses. Technical success rate was high (93.8%) without any serious cardiac-related adverse events. MR could be relevantly improved. CONCLUSION Echocardiographic guidance of transcatheter direct annuloplasty using a real time MPR-based protocol is feasible and safe. Optimized imaging might enable reduced implantation times and potentially increases safety.
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- Martin Geyer
- Center for Cardiology, Cardiology I, University Medical Center Mainz (Johannes Gutenberg-University Mainz), Mainz, Germany
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- Center for Cardiology, Cardiology I, University Medical Center Mainz (Johannes Gutenberg-University Mainz), Mainz, Germany
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- Center for Cardiology, Cardiology I, University Medical Center Mainz (Johannes Gutenberg-University Mainz), Mainz, Germany
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- Center for Cardiology, Cardiology I, University Medical Center Mainz (Johannes Gutenberg-University Mainz), Mainz, Germany
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- Center for Cardiology, Cardiology I, University Medical Center Mainz (Johannes Gutenberg-University Mainz), Mainz, Germany
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- Center for Cardiology, Cardiology I, University Medical Center Mainz (Johannes Gutenberg-University Mainz), Mainz, Germany
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- Department for Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, University Medical Center Mainz (Johannes Gutenberg-University Mainz), Mainz, Germany
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- Department for Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, University Medical Center Mainz (Johannes Gutenberg-University Mainz), Mainz, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, University Medical Center Mainz (Johannes Gutenberg-University Mainz), Mainz, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, University Medical Center Mainz (Johannes Gutenberg-University Mainz), Mainz, Germany
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- Center for Cardiology, Cardiology I, University Medical Center Mainz (Johannes Gutenberg-University Mainz), Mainz, Germany
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- Center for Cardiology, Cardiology I, University Medical Center Mainz (Johannes Gutenberg-University Mainz), Mainz, Germany.,German Center for Cardiovascular Research (DZHK), Partner Site Rhine Main, Mainz, Germany
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- Center for Cardiology, Cardiology I, University Medical Center Mainz (Johannes Gutenberg-University Mainz), Mainz, Germany
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW To describe the key role of the structural imager/interventional echocardiographer in transcatheter mitral valve therapies, particularly edge-to-edge repair. In addition, we review important recent advances in structural imaging and briefly describe several novel devices for transcatheter mitral valve repair. RECENT FINDINGS Structural imagers represent a new subspecialty in cardiology and anesthesiology with specific skillset and training requirements. Their role is particularly important in imaging-based transcatheter interventions such as edge-to-edge mitral valve repair. This therapy has increasingly been used to treat primary (degenerative) mitral regurgitation when surgical risk is prohibitive and has recently been extended to patients with secondary (functional) mitral regurgitation. As novel transcatheter therapies continue to emerge, so do new multimodality imaging technologies. Structural imagers have become an integral part of the heart team. Their role is particularly visible in transcatheter mitral procedures. Rapidly developing transcatheter therapies have helped shape this new subspecialty and spark innovation in imaging technologies.
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Cardiovascular Imaging Through the Prism of Modern Metrics. JACC Cardiovasc Imaging 2020; 13:1256-1269. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jcmg.2020.03.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2020] [Revised: 02/28/2020] [Accepted: 03/02/2020] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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