Publications by authors named "Douglas Gugger"
Neuromodulation for the Treatment of Refractory Ventricular Arrhythmias.
JACC Clin Electrophysiol
February 2023
Article Synopsis
- Neuromodulation techniques such as percutaneous stellate ganglion blockade (SGB), transcutaneous magnetic stimulation (TcMS), and surgical cardiac sympathetic denervation (CSD) are being explored as treatments for patients with refractory ventricular arrhythmias (VAs).
- A retrospective study involving 34 patients revealed that these neuromodulation strategies significantly reduced the occurrence of VAs in the immediate aftermath of treatment, decreasing episodes from an average of 7 to nearly none within 24 hours.
- While most patients experienced some recurrence of VAs during follow-up, the study indicates that these neuromodulation methods are generally safe and can lead to significant short-term relief from arrhythmic episodes.