Publications by authors named "Christopher S Purtell"
Purpose Of Review: There are risks to both patients and electrophysiology providers from radiation exposure from fluoroscopic imaging, and there is increased interest in fluoroscopic reduction. We review the imaging tools, their applications, and current uses to eliminate fluoroscopy.
Recent Findings: Multiple recent studies provide supporting evidence for the transition to fluoroscopy-free techniques for both ablations and device implantation.
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates how effective cardiac MRI is as a screening tool for myocarditis in competitive student athletes who have recovered from COVID-19.
- It involved reviewing MRI findings and other health data from 145 student athletes at the University of Wisconsin, focusing on the prevalence and severity of myocarditis signs.
- Results showed that most athletes had mild or moderate symptoms during their COVID-19 illness, with a median of 15 days between infection and MRI scans, but only two had significant MRI findings indicating myocarditis.