Publications by authors named "K Iitsuka"
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- Radiofrequency catheter ablation is a common treatment for a heart condition called atrial flutter, with cryoablation being another option that uses cold temperatures.
- A 65-year-old man, who didn't respond to medicine for his heart issues, had a cryoablation procedure, during which doctors saw two episodes of ST-elevation, a sign of heart trouble.
- The first episode was fixed by stopping the freezing process, while the second was due to a spasm in the artery and was treated with medicine. This case shows the importance of special imaging technology (ICE) to keep procedures safe.
This study aimed to explore the stressors experienced by older patients with stroke in convalescent rehabilitation wards in Japan. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with four stroke patients aged > 65 years who experienced a stroke for the first time in their lives. The interviews were analyzed using the Steps for Coding and Theorization method for qualitative data analysis.
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- The sheath-in-sheath technique involves using a 15Fr cryoballoon delivery sheath inside a larger 16Fr sheath to assist in medical procedures.
- This method is particularly effective for accessing complex iliac veins during cryoballoon ablation, a treatment for atrial fibrillation.
- It ensures safe delivery of the cryoballoon while maintaining the device's performance and avoiding any complications.