ArticleJournal of arrhythmia2025
Impact of Breathing and Anatomical Constraints on Subxiphoid Epicardial Puncture: Insights From a Japanese Cohort.
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- Impact of Breathing and Anatomical Constraints on Subxiphoid Epicardial Puncture: Insights From a Japanese Cohort.Journal of arrhythmia · 2025Article
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Abstract
Background: The subxiphoid approach is increasingly utilized for epicardial interventions. Understanding the effect of respiration on the distance from the xiphoid process to the pericardium is essential for improving procedural safety and efficacy. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 51 patients undergoing preprocedural ultrasound imaging. Measurements were taken in the supine position during spontaneous breathing at end-inspiration and end-expiration, with the probe directed toward both the midline and the left shoulder. Differences between respiratory phases and probe orientations were analyzed. Results: The mean xiphoid-to-pericardium distance increased significantly from inspiration to expiration for both probe orientations (midline: 42.2 ± 12.2 mm vs. 54.6 ± 14.1 mm, Conclusions: Respiratory phase and anthropometric parameters significantly influence the distance to the pericardium. These findings may guide safer planning of subxiphoid epicardial procedures.
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