…activation. PMVT is frequently associated with acute myocardial ischemia, electrolyte derangements, or underlying channelopathies (e.g., Torsades de Pointes in Long QT Syndrome) [1] . Underlying…

…the wide use of pacemakers and the trend towards increased use of cardiac devices in general, it is crucial to be familiar with these devices…

…patients may rely on continuous biventricular pacing for haemodynamic stability. In patients with resynchronization devices, maintaining CRT during surgery is recommended to provide better haemodynamic…

…35 and a PaCO₂ above 6.0 kPa despite optimal medical treatment with bronchodilators, steroids and controlled oxygen. Acute on chronic hypercapnic failure in obesity…

…term prediction using smart devices and emerging technologies ( Marijon et al ). The stochastic nature (randomness) of sudden cardiac arrest is in some aspects similar to…

…do not guess. Measure the blood pressure in both arms when fitting the device. Use the arm with the higher pressure, or the non dominant…

…Echocardiography is generally performed in order to evaluate ventricular function, since it may affect the choice of device therapy and also suggest whether other interventions…

…tachyarrhythmias, uncontrolled heart failure, and concomitant valvular heart disease. In patients with ANOCA/INOCA, symptoms may persist despite non obstructive coronary anatomy. Such patients require…

…lead to misclassification. Blood pressure should be measured with a validated and calibrated device using a consistent method for the individual patient. The recommended procedure…

…The etiology of HFrEF is broadly dichotomized into ischemic and non ischemic causes, a distinction that fundamentally alters diagnostic work up and device therapy eligibility…