Non Invasive ECG Mapping To Guide Catheter Ablation.

Area of Science:

• Cardiology and Medical Imaging

Background:

• 12-lead electrocardiography (ECG) has been the standard for diagnosing cardiac disorders for over a century, using limited body surface measurements.
• Diagnosing complex heart rhythm disorders and guiding treatment remains challenging with traditional methods.

Approach:

• Developed a 252-lead ECG and CT-scan based, three-dimensional electro-imaging modality for non-invasive cardiac mapping.
• Utilized this advanced technique to map electrical abnormalities in conditions such as atrial and ventricular arrhythmias, and Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome.

Key Points:

• The 252-lead electro-imaging system provides detailed, non-invasive mapping of abnormal cardiac rhythms.
• This modality successfully guided catheter ablation procedures for various atrial and ventricular arrhythmias.
• Clinical experience demonstrates the efficacy of electro-imaging in managing complex heart rhythm disorders.

Conclusions:

• Non-invasive electro-imaging using 252-lead ECG and CT-scan data offers a significant advancement in diagnosing and treating cardiac arrhythmias.
• This approach enhances the management of complex heart rhythm disorders, improving patient outcomes through guided ablative therapy.