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2011
12/07/11 - The International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners Launches New Certification Exam For Physicians Who Treat Heart Rhythm Disorders
The IBHRE today launched the Certification Examination for Competency in Cardiac Electrophysiology for the Physician. This is the first international examination for the practicing physician who wants to be board certified in electrophysiology.
12/01/11 — Obesity Predicts Higher Quality of Life Outcomes in Patients with Atrial Fibrillation Following Catheter Ablation
There is a significant increase in quality of life among overweight patients following ablation of atrial fibrillation, compared to patients with a lower body mass index where no substantial improvement was observed, according to new research published in HeartRhythm.
11/03/11 — Recovery Phase of Treadmill Stress Test Unmasks Concealed Long QT Syndrome with High Accuracy
New study published in HeartRhythm indicates strong diagnostic ability of treadmill exercise stress testing to uncover Long QT syndrome in patients.
10/18/2011 — Sudden Cardiac Arrest Coalition Issues a Call to Action: Take a Stand Against Sudden Cardiac Arrest -- Set for October 26 on Capitol Hill
In recognition of National Sudden Cardiac Awareness Month, the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Coalition is hosting "Take a Stand Against Sudden Cardiac Arrest," a two-hour event that will teach the basics of Hands-Only CPR and use of automated external defibrillators on Wednesday, October 26, from 4:00pm-6:00pm in the Rayburn House Office Building Foyer.
10/03/2011 — Alcohol Intake and Obesity Among Significant Cause of Sudden Cardiac Death Independent of Coronary Artery Disease
New population-based study published in HeartRhythm analyzes age-specific causes of sudden death in more than 2,600 victims.
10/03/2011 — ECG Screenings in Over 32,000 Young Adults Efficiently Identifies Potential Risk of Sudden Cardiac Death
A new study proves the importance of electrocardiographic (ECG) screenings to identify heart abnormalities in young adults, including both athletes and non-athletes.
09/02/2011 — Heart Rhythm Society Wants Americans to Know What "A-Fib Feels Like" During Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month
The Society's new Atrial Fibrillation (AF) Awareness Campaign provides tools and resources to education millions at-risk for AF.
08/02/11 — Cigarette Smoking Results in an Increased Risk of Atrial Fibrillation
Results from a large, United States based cohort study, published in the August issue of HeartRhythm, show that current smokers double their risk of developing atrial fibrillation.
07/06/11 — Coronary Artery Disease is an Independent Predictor for Early Atrial Fibrillation Development Following Heart Attack
This is the first study to document the pathology and characteristics that affect all atrial branches in new-onset atrial fibrillation
06/03/11 — Heart Rhythm Society Applauds Introduction of AF Resolution in the House of Representatives
The resolution will support efforts to raise AF Awareness and improve patient care.
05/18/11 — Patients with Sleep-Disordered Breathing More Likely to Develop Nighttime Life-Threatening Ventricular Arrhythmias
New study published in HeartRhythm proves SDB screening to be beneficial if a cardiac device reveals a predominance of nocturnal onset of arrhythmias.
05/05/11 — ECG Screenings in 50,665 Young Adults Efficiently Identifies Potential Risk of Sudden Cardiac Death
Study presented at Heart Rhythm 2011 uses an effective and successful screening program to find heart rhythm abnormalities in high school students
05/05/11 — New Study Shows Remarkably High Survival Rates of Sudden Cardiac Arrest at Traditional and Alternative Exercise Facilities
A Seattle-based study presented at Heart Rhythm 2011 reveals relatively high frequency of sudden cardiac arrest at alternative exercise sites
05/05/11 — Heart Rhythm Society and European Heart Rhythm Association Release Expert Consensus Statement on the State of Genetic Testing for the Channelopathies and Cardiomyopathies
International panel of experts presents document on genetic testing for potentially heritable cardiac conditions at Heart Rhythm 2011
05/05/11 — Heart Rhythm Society Statement on New Guidance Document for Society Members Pertaining to Interactions with Industry
05/05/11 — Late-Breaking Clinical Trial Results Announced at Heart Rhythm 2011: Novel Mapping System Identifies Sources Causing Atrial Fibrillation (AF) — The CONFIRM Trial
Targeted, single procedure ablation at identified AF sources increased the long-term freedom from AF by 70 percent over the existing standard of care
05/05/11 — Late-Breaking Clinical Trial Results Announced at Heart Rhythm 2011: Risk Stratification and Therapy Selection in Brugada Syndrome — the PRELUDE Registry
Multi-center, prospective study confirms lack of predictive accuracy of VT/VF inducibility and identifies novel risk indicators for arrhythmic events in Brugada patients
05/05/11 — New Research Shows No Interference Will Occur When Headphones Are More Than Two Centimeters from a Life-Saving Cardiac Device
A laboratory study presented at Heart Rhythm 2011 examines the likelihood of magnetic interference between implanted cardiac devices and 21 different types of headphones
05/05/11 — Heart Rhythm Society Releases Expert Consensus Statement on Perioperative Management of Patients with Cardiovascular Implantable Electronic Devices
Experts present the first set of recommendations on management of patients with implanted cardiac devices during and after surgical or medical procedures
05/04/11 — Entirely Subcutaneous Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator System is a Viable Alternative to Conventional System
A multi-center Dutch study presented at Heart Rhythm 2011 shows effectiveness of subcutaneous implantable cardioverter defibrillator system in largest clinical observation to date
05/04/11 — Philips and the Heart Rhythm Society Collaborate to Showcase the Electrophysiology (EP) Lab of Today and the Future
Heart Rhythm 2011 exhibit showcases current solutions and future developments that shape the diagnosis and minimally invasive treatment of heart rhythm disorders
03/24/11 — Heart Rhythm Society Issues Editorial Commentary on Recent ICD Study
The Society has published "ICDs: Evidence, Guidelines, and Glitches," an editorial commentary in HeartRhythm Journal in response to an ICD study published in January.
03/21/11 — HRS Visits Capitol Hill to Urge Lawmakers to Support AF Resolution
Society members also discuss legislation impacting treatment of heart rhythm disorders.
03/03/11 — ICD Therapy Proves Beneficial Regardless of Time from Heart Attack to Implantation
A new retrospective sub-study of SCD-HeFT, published in HeartRhythm, shows no evidence that delayed ICD implantation post-MI improves outcomes for patients.
02/14/11 — New Anti-Clotting Drug Added to Recommendations for Treating Irregular Heartbeat
The newly approved drug dabigatran is an alternative to warfarin to help prevent dangerous blood clots in patients with atrial fibrillation, according to updated guidelines from HRS, ACC and AHA.
01/21//11 — Heart Rhythm Society Releases Statement about Department of Justice Investigation
The Heart Rhythm Society releases a statement regarding its advisory role in a Department of Justice investigation.
01/06/11 — First-of-its-Kind Pacemaker System Proves to be Safe and Effective for Use During Magnetic Resonance Imaging
New study published in HeartRhythm shows no adverse complications in patients with a pacemaker system specifically designed for safe use in an MRI environment.
01/05/11 — Joint Statement from ACC and HRS on Recent ICD Study
The American College of Cardiology and the Heart Rhythm Society have released a joint statement regarding the study, Non-Evidence-Based Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator Implantations in the United States, published in the January 5 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association.
01/05/11 — Heart Rhythm Society Holds First Research Forum to Identify Opportunities and Challenges in the Electrophysiology Field
The Heart Rhythm Society recently hosted its inaugural two-day research forum to identify opportunities and challenges to advancing research in the United States and abroad in electrophysiology.
