Brian Olshansky, MD, FHRS

ECG 101: Closing the Gap Phenomenon
05/03/2008
The Gap Phenomenon The gap phenomenon, sometimes confused with supernormal conduction, was first described in 1965 by Moe in dogs and later by Ahktar in humans as a condition in which premature impulses fail to conduct but conduction...
The Gap Phenomenon The gap phenomenon, sometimes confused with supernormal conduction, was first described in 1965 by Moe in dogs and later by Ahktar in humans as a condition in which premature impulses fail to conduct but conduction...
The Gap Phenomenon The gap...
05/03/2008
EP Lab Digest
Case Study
Shocking News: Athletic Patients With ICDs Pose Complex Management Issues
05/01/2008
This case illustrates several important points: (1) Competitive athletes can be highly motivated and want to continue to compete at all costs even if there is a risk for sudden death; (2) Data on the safety of competing in athletic sports...
This case illustrates several important points: (1) Competitive athletes can be highly motivated and want to continue to compete at all costs even if there is a risk for sudden death; (2) Data on the safety of competing in athletic sports...
This case illustrates several...
05/01/2008
EP Lab Digest
EP 101: A Tale of Two Wide Complex Tachycardias
04/27/2011
In this article, the authors describe a case involving two different wide complex tachycardias. The authors also highlight the importance of a thorough electrophysiological evaluation when evaluating a wide complex tachycardia in a young...
In this article, the authors describe a case involving two different wide complex tachycardias. The authors also highlight the importance of a thorough electrophysiological evaluation when evaluating a wide complex tachycardia in a young...
In this article, the authors...
04/27/2011
EP Lab Digest
The University of Iowa Explores Opportunities with a New Technology: Paving a New Path for Heart Rhythm Management
05/03/2008
The University of Iowa Cardiology Department recently acquired the Stereotaxis Laboratory System, a magnetic guidance system which allows for precise navigation to hard-to-reach vessels and helps to treat rhythm problems in the chambers of...
The University of Iowa Cardiology Department recently acquired the Stereotaxis Laboratory System, a magnetic guidance system which allows for precise navigation to hard-to-reach vessels and helps to treat rhythm problems in the chambers of...
The University of Iowa...
05/03/2008
EP Lab Digest
Cover Story
Catheter Ablation of Atrial Arrhythmias in the Transplanted Heart: A Case-Based Discussion
12/02/2015
Paying close attention to these aspects will ensure safe and effective ablation of post-transplant atrial arrhythmias.
Paying close attention to these aspects will ensure safe and effective ablation of post-transplant atrial arrhythmias.
Paying close attention to these...
12/02/2015
EP Lab Digest
EP 101: Analysis of a Long RP Tachycardia
08/02/2010
In the next installment of the EP 101 series, the authors describe a case involving a narrow complex tachycardia with a long RP interval. Case Presentation A 78-year-old male presented to the emergency room with complaints of shortness of...
In the next installment of the EP 101 series, the authors describe a case involving a narrow complex tachycardia with a long RP interval. Case Presentation A 78-year-old male presented to the emergency room with complaints of shortness of...
In the next installment of the...
08/02/2010
EP Lab Digest
Minimizing Right Ventricular Pacing: Does the AAIR Mode Make Sense?
05/01/2008
Case Report A 67-year-old male with ischemic cardiomyopathy and a history of syncope underwent a dual chamber defibrillator (ICD) implant. After a device recall, it was elected to replace the device locally with a new ICD. Device...
Case Report A 67-year-old male with ischemic cardiomyopathy and a history of syncope underwent a dual chamber defibrillator (ICD) implant. After a device recall, it was elected to replace the device locally with a new ICD. Device...
Case Report A 67-year-old male...
05/01/2008
EP Lab Digest
EP Spotlight
University of Iowa Hospitals
05/03/2008
There are 2 dedicated clinical electrophysiology laboratories, a device laboratory and a larger laboratory where more complex procedures are completed. There is also a separate pediatric EP/cardiac catheterization laboratory.
There are 2 dedicated clinical electrophysiology laboratories, a device laboratory and a larger laboratory where more complex procedures are completed. There is also a separate pediatric EP/cardiac catheterization laboratory.
There are 2 dedicated clinical...
05/03/2008
EP Lab Digest
EP 101: Case Studies (Part 3)
08/12/2009
In a new installment of EP Lab Digest’s EP 101 series, the authors present three brief case overviews, then ask readers to test their knowledge in EP by answering questions about each case. Case #1: Figure 1 shows an intracardiac tracing...
In a new installment of EP Lab Digest’s EP 101 series, the authors present three brief case overviews, then ask readers to test their knowledge in EP by answering questions about each case. Case #1: Figure 1 shows an intracardiac tracing...
In a new installment of EP Lab...
08/12/2009
EP Lab Digest
Is Incessant “Asymptomatic” Supraventricular Tachycardia Worth Ablating?
Cover Story
Is Incessant “Asymptomatic” Supraventricular Tachycardia Worth Ablating?
03/02/2020
We address the question: for older patients with persistent tachycardia, no obvious symptoms, and normal ventricular function, is the best approach to treatment either catheter-based ablation, drugs, or no treatment at all? 
We address the question: for older patients with persistent tachycardia, no obvious symptoms, and normal ventricular function, is the best approach to treatment either catheter-based ablation, drugs, or no treatment at all? 
We address the question: for...
03/02/2020
EP Lab Digest

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