Editorial

Commentary

Hematomas, Compartment Syndrome, and Boney Infarcts: Potential Melancholy for Dorsal Radial Access?

10/26/2018

A discussion on the report by Koutouzis et al addressing the concerns related to the unique technical and anatomical components of the hand.

A discussion on the report by...

10/26/2018

Journal of Invasive Cardiology

Perspectives

Doctors and Gun Control: Get Politics Out of My Exam Room

09/08/2016

Kevin R. Campbell , MD, FACC;

There is an ongoing debate on the role that physicians should play in gun control and safety.

There is an ongoing debate on...

09/08/2016

EP Lab Digest

Letter from the Editor

When is Anticoagulation Actually Not Indicated?

11/05/2015

Bradley P. Knight , MD, FACC, FHRS;

It is well recognized that atrial fibrillation is associated with an increased risk of stroke, and that oral anticoagulation is an effective way to reduce that risk. The main limitation, however, is that blood thinners can cause bleeding.

It is well recognized that...

11/05/2015

EP Lab Digest

Letter from the Editor

Unloading the Lodestones

10/05/2015

Bradley P. Knight , MD, FACC, FHRS;

Magnetic navigation needs a local champion for local success. It needs at least one physician in the hospital where it is installed who is invested in using the system for most, if not all, of his or her cases.

Magnetic navigation needs a...

10/05/2015

EP Lab Digest

Letter from the Editor

What’s New With the Heart Rhythm Society?

09/07/2015

Bradley P. Knight , MD, FACC, FHRS;

HRS now represents more than 5800 heart rhythm professionals from over 72 countries, including more than 80% of EPs in the United States.

HRS now represents more than...

09/07/2015

EP Lab Digest

Letter from the Editor

Does AF Beget AF Based on Mechanical Compression of Atrial Blood Vessels Causing Ischemia?

08/05/2015

Bradley P. Knight , MD, FACC, FHRS;

Much has been learned about why atrial fibrillation (AF) begets AF, but interventions that have been based on that knowledge have yet to have a large clinical impact on patients with recurrent AF.

Much has been learned about why...

08/05/2015

EP Lab Digest

Letter from the Editor

Farewell Advice for Graduating EP Fellows

07/08/2015

Bradley P. Knight , MD, FACC, FHRS;

My recent editorial was devoted to advice for incoming EP fellows with the purpose of optimizing the training experience. This editorial is devoted to EP fellows who are graduating and beginning their career.

My recent editorial was devoted...

07/08/2015

EP Lab Digest

Letter from the Editor

Practical Advice Related to Anticoagulation for Atrial Fibrillation: Beyond the Guidelines

05/02/2015

Bradley P. Knight , MD, FACC, FHRS;

All providers of care to patients with anticoagulation should review the comprehensive “Practical Management of Anticoagulation in Patients With Atrial Fibrillation."

All providers of care to...

05/02/2015

EP Lab Digest

Commentary

Commentary: Differential Hemodynamic Profile of High-Capacity Intraaortic Balloon Pumps – New Promise for an Antiquated Technology?

03/31/2015

Sandeep Nathan , MD, MSc, FACC, FSCAI;

Jonathan Grinstein , MD;

IABPs likely still have a role in the management of high-risk patients with and without cardiogenic shock. The 50 cc balloon appears to offer both an enhanced as well as more consistent hemodynamic response when compared with the 40 cc...

IABPs likely still have a role...

03/31/2015

Journal of Invasive Cardiology

Letter from the Editor

Tragus Nerve Stimulation to Prevent AF

03/31/2015

Bradley P. Knight , MD, FACC, FHRS;

If transcutaneous low-level tragus electrical stimulation does have electrophysiological effects to promote sinus rhythm, it is not clear if it can have a clinically meaningful impact in the maintenance of sinus rhythm in patients with AF.

If transcutaneous low-level...

03/31/2015

EP Lab Digest