Automated catheter tip repositioning for intra-cardiac echocardiography.
Journal:
International journal of computer assisted radiology and surgery
Published Date:
Apr 25, 2022
Abstract
PURPOSE: Intra-Cardiac Echocardiography (ICE) is a powerful imaging modality for guiding cardiac electrophysiology and structural heart interventions. ICE provides real-time observation of anatomy and devices, while enabling direct monitoring of potential complications. In single operator settings, the physician needs to switch back-and-forth between the ICE catheter and therapy device, making continuous ICE support impossible. Two operator setups are sometimes implemented, but increase procedural costs and room occupation.