Bernhard M Kaess, Peter Fuchs, Fabian T Bork, Joachim R Ehrlich
{"title":"Pacemaker malfunction after TAVR?","authors":"Bernhard M Kaess, Peter Fuchs, Fabian T Bork, Joachim R Ehrlich","doi":"10.1007/s00399-025-01068-8","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s00399-025-01068-8","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":52403,"journal":{"name":"Herzschrittmachertherapie und Elektrophysiologie","volume":" ","pages":"149-151"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143392257","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"[Cardiac implantable electronic device-related surgery as a perfect example for interdisciplinary cooperation].","authors":"Brigitte Osswald, C W Israel","doi":"10.1007/s00399-025-01083-9","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s00399-025-01083-9","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The implantation of pacemakers and internal cardioverter-defibrillators (ICDs) is now carried out by specialists in surgical and conservative disciplines. The specialist training regulations for both cardiology and cardiac surgery currently include at least basic training in this area. Numerous offers of further training and specialization enable knowledge and practical techniques to be learned or optimized. The number of specialists with broad knowledge of less frequently used and current developments in rhythm implants is decreasing, particularly in surgical disciplines. An ideal way of utilizing the strengths of the respective specialist disciplines in terms of optimal patient care and training of young colleagues is close cooperation between the respective players. There are numerous \"success models\" for interdisciplinary cooperation that have been established for all procedures-including, in particular, complex revisions and electrode extractions-known as the \"electrophysiological heart team\".</p>","PeriodicalId":52403,"journal":{"name":"Herzschrittmachertherapie und Elektrophysiologie","volume":" ","pages":"111-118"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144227595","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Nico Reinsch, Victoria Johnson, Sascha Rolf, Sonia Busch, Micaela Ebert, Tilmann Maurer, Roland Tilz, Till Althoff, Julian Chun, David Duncker, Christian Heeger, Henning Jansen, Leon Iden, Andreas Rillig, Philipp Sommer, Tillman Dahme, Melanie Gunawardene, Heidi L Estner, Daniel Steven
{"title":"[Guideline to safe and effective atrial fibrillation ablation with pulsed-field ablation using the pentaspline PFA system as an example].","authors":"Nico Reinsch, Victoria Johnson, Sascha Rolf, Sonia Busch, Micaela Ebert, Tilmann Maurer, Roland Tilz, Till Althoff, Julian Chun, David Duncker, Christian Heeger, Henning Jansen, Leon Iden, Andreas Rillig, Philipp Sommer, Tillman Dahme, Melanie Gunawardene, Heidi L Estner, Daniel Steven","doi":"10.1007/s00399-025-01071-z","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s00399-025-01071-z","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Atrial fibrillation ablation is an established procedure for the treatment of atrial fibrillation, in which Pulsed Field Ablation (PFA) is a novel method alongside radiofrequency and cryoablation. The article explains the technical basics of PFA, describes different types of catheters and gives detailed instructions on how to perform the procedure, from patient selection to sedation strategies and imaging. Important safety aspects and possible complications are also covered. Finally, the further development of PFA technology for the treatment of other arrhythmias and integration into 3D mapping systems is discussed. This work is part of a series of articles on further training in special rhythmology.</p>","PeriodicalId":52403,"journal":{"name":"Herzschrittmachertherapie und Elektrophysiologie","volume":" ","pages":"152-165"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12177022/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143525231","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Mitteilungen aus der Arbeitsgruppe Elektrophysiologie und Rhythmologie (AGEP).","authors":"","doi":"10.1007/s00399-025-01078-6","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s00399-025-01078-6","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":52403,"journal":{"name":"Herzschrittmachertherapie und Elektrophysiologie","volume":"36 2","pages":"179-180"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144259402","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Thomas M Helms, Giuseppe Boriani, Hans-Peter Brunner-La Rocca, Cedric Klein, Friedrich Koehler, Paweł Krzesiński, Yannick Maaser, Anne Neumann, Jose L Merino, Carsten Schultz, David Jay Wright, Bettina Zippel-Schultz, Gerhard Hindricks
{"title":"The present and future of cardiological telemonitoring in Europe: a statement from seven European countries.","authors":"Thomas M Helms, Giuseppe Boriani, Hans-Peter Brunner-La Rocca, Cedric Klein, Friedrich Koehler, Paweł Krzesiński, Yannick Maaser, Anne Neumann, Jose L Merino, Carsten Schultz, David Jay Wright, Bettina Zippel-Schultz, Gerhard Hindricks","doi":"10.1007/s00399-025-01076-8","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s00399-025-01076-8","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Cardiovascular diseases remain one of the leading causes of death worldwide, placing a significant burden on individuals, families and healthcare systems. Telemedicine, in particular remote monitoring of patients with cardiovascular diseases, reduces this burden as it links the continuous monitoring of the health status with individual education and adaptation of the therapy to the needs of the patients. This improves patient outcomes and facilitates access to specialised healthcare services, independent of time and distance. Furthermore, telemedicine enables improvements in efficiency and promotes patients' self-care. However, the widespread adoption of remote patient monitoring faces several hurdles. A round table of experts from seven European countries (France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Spain, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom) reviewed the current state of telemedicine within the participating countries in order to learn from each other with an impetus for European co-operation. The creation of reliable regulations, overcoming regional differences, the redefinition of roles and processes, the personalisation of healthcare services, the promotion of innovation and research, the use of artificial intelligence and, finally, the efficient management and safeguarding of healthcare data were identified as key levers for further development of telemedicine. This discussion paper emphasises the need for cross-national research activities, involving all stakeholders, such as researchers, industry and patients, to foster the integration of telemedicine in clinical pathways.</p>","PeriodicalId":52403,"journal":{"name":"Herzschrittmachertherapie und Elektrophysiologie","volume":" ","pages":"138-148"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12152075/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143813019","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ann-Kathrin Rahm, Christine Mages, Niklas Vetter, Barbara Milles, Florian Kehrle, Pascal Schlegel, Eva Hofmann, Samantha Fischer, Benjamin Meder, Norbert Frey, Patrick Lugenbiel
{"title":"[Next generation-Education and training in rhythmology : Perspectives from Heidelberg].","authors":"Ann-Kathrin Rahm, Christine Mages, Niklas Vetter, Barbara Milles, Florian Kehrle, Pascal Schlegel, Eva Hofmann, Samantha Fischer, Benjamin Meder, Norbert Frey, Patrick Lugenbiel","doi":"10.1007/s00399-025-01079-5","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s00399-025-01079-5","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Education and training in the fields of cardiology and electrophysiology are undergoing significant changes due to new and digital teaching formats. This article illustrates current developments and challenges in integrating innovative teaching methods into the education of aspiring cardiologists and electrophysiologists at our center in Heidelberg, Germany. With the ongoing digitization of the educational system, virtual simulations, interactive learning platforms, and online-based training programs are becoming increasingly important. These new teaching formats enable both effective and flexible knowledge transfer as well as practical experiences in a complex medical specialty. The focus of this review is on presenting various digital teaching approaches at the University Hospital in Heidelberg. By providing a comprehensive overview of current trends and future potentials of these teaching formats, this article aims to contribute to the promotion of new and integrative teaching methods in the fields of cardiology and electrophysiology.</p>","PeriodicalId":52403,"journal":{"name":"Herzschrittmachertherapie und Elektrophysiologie","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144050571","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"[Letter to the editor].","authors":"Walter Seeger","doi":"10.1007/s00399-025-01073-x","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s00399-025-01073-x","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":52403,"journal":{"name":"Herzschrittmachertherapie und Elektrophysiologie","volume":" ","pages":"96-97"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143544426","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"[Catheter ablation in patients with heart failure-who benefits?]","authors":"Leonard Bergau, Vanessa Sciacca, Christian Sohns","doi":"10.1007/s00399-025-01066-w","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s00399-025-01066-w","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Atrial fibrillation (AF) ablation is associated with a lower likelihood of death and surgical heart failure (HF) interventions in patients with HF. This effect is mainly driven by reduced all cause and cardiovascular death following ablation. Ablation also results in improved left ventricular (LV) function, decreased AF burden and AF regression. The accumulated evidence contributed substantially to a class 1 indication for AF ablation in patients with AF and HF with reduced ejection fraction in the 2023 ACC/AHA/ACCP/HRS guidelines. Risk scores like the CASTLE-HTx risk score may help to identify patients with HF who will particularly benefit from catheter ablation. The absolute benefit of catheter ablation is more pronounced in high-risk patients and is sustained over time. Catheter ablation should be considered as first-line therapy with a definitive class 1 indication for many patients with HF, particularly those with advanced HF.</p>","PeriodicalId":52403,"journal":{"name":"Herzschrittmachertherapie und Elektrophysiologie","volume":" ","pages":"3-9"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143069630","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"[Letter to the editor].","authors":"Bernd Lemke","doi":"10.1007/s00399-025-01074-w","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s00399-025-01074-w","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":52403,"journal":{"name":"Herzschrittmachertherapie und Elektrophysiologie","volume":" ","pages":"98"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143544428","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"EP-Ausbildung in Österreich.","authors":"","doi":"10.1007/s00399-024-01056-4","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s00399-024-01056-4","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":52403,"journal":{"name":"Herzschrittmachertherapie und Elektrophysiologie","volume":"36 1","pages":"99-100"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143558626","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}