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A Simplified Stepwise Approach to Echo Guidance during Percutaneous Mitral Valve Repair
Published on: October 16, 2021
Mitral Transcatheter Edge-to-Edge Repair Using Novel Augmented Imaging Software
Rebecca T Hahn1, Patric Biaggi2, Roberto Corti2
1Department of Medicine, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York, New York, USA.
Background:
Three-dimensional transesophageal echocardiography (3D TEE) is the primary imaging guidance tool for mitral transcatheter edge-to-edge repair (M-TEER).
Early Reports Summary:
DeviceGuide technology is a novel investigational software program using artificial intelligence to automatically track the M-TEER device within the 3D TEE volume and reformat images to guide implantation.
Discussion:
DeviceGuide can automatically generate multiplanar-reconstructed images that: 1) maintain target location on 3D-rendered views while imaging device location/orientation, 2) automatically generate two-dimensional orthogonal target views with real-time indicators of device position and trajectory, and 3) continuously generate a consistent two-dimensional image of the device and surrounding tissue.
Novelty:
Automatic 3D TEE multiplanar reconstruction reformatting reduces the need for manually reformatting while continuously informing proceduralists about device trajectory, position, and orientation.
Take-Home Message:
DeviceGuide artificial intelligence-enhanced imaging software has the potential for improving the safety, efficiency, and efficacy of M-TEER implantation for both routine and anatomically complex cases irrespective of operator experience.
