Video-assisted thoracoscopic epicardial pacing: A contemporary overview

Area of Science:

• Cardiovascular Surgery
• Thoracic Surgery
• Electrophysiology

Background:

• Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) has advanced thoracic and cardiac disease management.
• VATS is increasingly used for electrophysiological procedures, including pacemaker implantation.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review the literature on pacing procedures performed using a VATS approach.
• To provide an in-depth understanding of current knowledge and advancements in VATS-based pacing.

Main Methods:

• Comprehensive literature review of studies on VATS pacing procedures.
• Synthesis of available data to describe implantation techniques.

Main Results:

• VATS is a valuable technique for various electrophysiological interventions.
• Detailed descriptions of implantation techniques via VATS are presented.

Conclusions:

• VATS represents a significant advancement in pacing procedures.
• Further understanding of VATS techniques can optimize patient care in cardiac pacing.