Publications by authors named "Pierre Khattar"
Aims: Heart failure (HF) is a chronic disease affecting 64 million people worldwide and places a severe burden on society because of its mortality, numerous re-hospitalizations and associated costs. HeartLogic™ is an algorithm programmed into implanted devices incorporating several biometric parameters which aims to predict HF episodes. It provides an index which can be monitored remotely, allowing pre-emptive treatment of congestion to prevent acute decompensation.
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- The study focused on understanding the factors that lead to inappropriate shocks from subcutaneous implantable cardioverter defibrillators (S-ICDs) in patients.
- The research involved 300 patients over an average follow-up of about 23 months, finding that 8.7% experienced inappropriate shocks primarily due to supraventricular arrhythmias and sensing issues.
- Key factors identified that predicted the risk of inappropriate shocks included fewer sensing vectors during pre-implant screening, specific ECG characteristics, a history of certain heart conditions, and being overweight.
Background: Long PR intervals may increase cardiovascular complications, including atrial fibrillation. In pacemakers, the SafeR™ mode monitors PR intervals, switching from AAI to DDD when criteria for atrioventricular block are met.
Aims: The PRECISE study evaluated the incidence and predictors of long PR intervals and their association with incident atrial fibrillation after 1 year in patients implanted for sinus node dysfunction and free from significant conduction disorders at baseline.