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  1. Article ; Online: The ground is the limit: epidemiology of skydiving accidents over 25 years and in 2.1 million jumps in the Netherlands with sub-analysis of injuries reported by medical professionals in the past five years.

    Damhuis, Michiel / van der Wal, Raymond / Frielink, Harriet / Nijveldt, Robert / Ten Brinke, Joost / Tan, Edward

    World journal of emergency surgery : WJES

    2024  Volume 19, Issue 1, Page(s) 7

    Abstract: Background: Skydiving is the fastest nonmotorized sport; and consequently is not without risk. In the last decades, skydiving has become considerably safer but injuries and fatalities still occur. Incidents are reported to and administered by the Royal ... ...

    Abstract Background: Skydiving is the fastest nonmotorized sport; and consequently is not without risk. In the last decades, skydiving has become considerably safer but injuries and fatalities still occur. Incidents are reported to and administered by the Royal Netherlands Aeronautical Association (KNVvL). From 1995 to 2020, 2715 incidents were reported; of which 1503 resulted in injury and 26 in fatality. There is a need for more information available on the particular type, severity, and factors which contribute to skydiving-related injuries worldwide. This study aims to investigate patterns in occurrence rates, examine demographic and skydiving-related factors linked to injuries, and analyze the types and severity of injuries relating to these contributing factors.
    Methods: The Dutch KNVvL database - covering more than 25 years of data - was examined for contributing factors. An analysis of the severity and types of injury resulting from incidents over the last five years were matched with a search of hospital databases.
    Results: The rate of injuries pattern increases starting from 2016, with novice jumpers having the highest risk of injury. Most injuries occur during the landing phase. The lower extremities and the spine are most affected, with fractures being the most prevalent type of injury. More than half of the patients were admitted to hospital, with 10% requiring surgery, resulting in months of rehabilitation.
    Conclusion: This study is the first in the Netherlands, and only the second worldwide to analyze technical incident databases in combination with data from medical information systems. Skydiving accidents of experienced jumpers should be considered as 'high-energy trauma,' therefore treatment should follow standard trauma guidelines. In less experienced skydivers, it is critical to conduct a secondary survey to assess the extremities adequately. Clinicians should also pay attention to friction burns that can arise due to friction between the skin and skydive equipment, a phenomenom that is already known in road traffic accidents.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Athletic Injuries/epidemiology ; Netherlands/epidemiology ; Accidents ; Risk Factors ; Fractures, Bone
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-02-28
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2233734-9
    ISSN 1749-7922 ; 1749-7922
    ISSN (online) 1749-7922
    ISSN 1749-7922
    DOI 10.1186/s13017-024-00535-w
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  2. Article: Positive predictive value of ultrasound in correctly identifying an inguinal hernia: a single-centered retrospective pilot study.

    Ridha, Heroo / de Vries, Roelof P H / Nijholt, Ingrid M / Abbes, Saskia / Boomsma, Martijn F / Nijveldt, Robert J

    Insights into imaging

    2022  Volume 13, Issue 1, Page(s) 133

    Abstract: Objectives: To determine the clinical utility of preoperative ultrasound imaging for predicting an inguinal hernia in need of surgery. In addition, we aimed to identify factors associated with false positive (FP) ultrasound examinations.: Methods: In ...

    Abstract Objectives: To determine the clinical utility of preoperative ultrasound imaging for predicting an inguinal hernia in need of surgery. In addition, we aimed to identify factors associated with false positive (FP) ultrasound examinations.
    Methods: In this retrospective pilot study, we included all 175 patients who underwent inguinal hernia surgery in our hospital in 2019 and of whom a positive preoperative ultrasound examination of the groin area was available. The positive predictive value (PPV) of the ultrasound examination was determined using inguinal hernia detected during surgery (yes/no) as golden standard. To identify possible predictive factors, we compared the characteristics of patients with a FP ultrasound with patients with a true positive (TP) ultrasound.
    Results: PPV of ultrasound examinations to identify an inguinal hernia in need of surgery correctly was 90.9% (159/175). The patients with a FP ultrasound examination had a significantly higher body mass index (BMI) than the patients with a TP ultrasound examination (27.6 ± 4.2 vs 25.8 ± 2.3, p = 0.043).
    Conclusions: With a false positive percentage of 9.1%, there is still room for improvement of preoperative diagnostic imaging. Studies with larger cohorts are necessary to establish prediction models that have the potential to reduce FP ultrasound results.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-08-13
    Publishing country Germany
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2543323-4
    ISSN 1869-4101
    ISSN 1869-4101
    DOI 10.1186/s13244-022-01272-x
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  3. Article ; Online: Infection with the fox lungworm (Crenosoma vulpis) in two dogs from New England - Two clinical reports and updated geographic distribution in North America.

    Pohly, Alene G / Nijveldt, Eline A / Stone, Michael S / Walden, Heather D S / Ossiboff, Robert J / Conrado, Francisco O

    Veterinary parasitology, regional studies and reports

    2022  Volume 30, Page(s) 100714

    Abstract: Crenosoma vulpis, the fox lungworm, is a helminth parasite endemic to the fox population of New England. Domestic dogs are susceptible to infection via ingestion of snails and slugs. Two dogs from New England were diagnosed with C. vulpis. The ... ...

    Abstract Crenosoma vulpis, the fox lungworm, is a helminth parasite endemic to the fox population of New England. Domestic dogs are susceptible to infection via ingestion of snails and slugs. Two dogs from New England were diagnosed with C. vulpis. The predominant clinical sign in both dogs was a chronic cough. Treatment with steroids and antibiotics only temporarily relieved clinical signs. Thoracic radiographs in both dogs revealed bronchial patterns. Endotracheal washes were performed in each dog revealing marked, mixed inflammation consisting mainly of neutrophils with eosinophils in lesser numbers. Helminth larvae could also be visualized on cytology. A fecal flotation revealed helminth larvae in one dog but failed to identify larvae in the second dog. The diagnosis of C. vulpis was confirmed via PCR analysis and sequencing of samples from both endotracheal washes. One dog was treated with fenbendazole (50 mg/kg PO q24h for 14 days), enrofloxacin (13 mg/kg PO q 24 h for 5 days), and a tapering protocol of prednisone (20 mg PO q12h for 5 days, 20 mg PO q24h for 5 days, then 20 mg PO q48h for 10 days). The second dog was treated with fenbendazole (50 mg/kg PO q24h for 10 days) with an additional 7 days of febantel and two doses of milbemycin, achieving complete resolution of clinical signs. This lungworm is becoming increasingly more prevalent in domestic dogs worldwide and may be more prevalent in New England than previously thought. Veterinary practitioners of New England should include this respiratory helminth as a differential in dogs with respiratory signs, and respiratory washes and Baermann fecal examinations are warranted in dogs presenting with non-specific respiratory clinical signs.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Capillaria ; Dog Diseases/diagnosis ; Dog Diseases/drug therapy ; Dog Diseases/epidemiology ; Dogs ; Fenbendazole/therapeutic use ; Foxes ; Metastrongyloidea ; Strongylida Infections/diagnosis ; Strongylida Infections/drug therapy ; Strongylida Infections/epidemiology ; Strongylida Infections/veterinary
    Chemical Substances Fenbendazole (621BVT9M36)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-03-06
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 2405-9390
    ISSN (online) 2405-9390
    DOI 10.1016/j.vprsr.2022.100714
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  4. Article ; Online: Impact of symptom-to-reperfusion-time on transmural infarct extent and left ventricular strain in patients with ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction: a 3D view on the wavefront phenomenon.

    Demirkiran, Ahmet / Beijnink, Casper W H / Kloner, Robert A / Hopman, Luuk H G A / van der Hoeven, Nina W / van Pouderoijen, Nikki / Janssens, Gladys N / Everaars, Henk / van Leeuwen, Maarten A H / van Rossum, Albert C / van Royen, Niels / Robbers, Lourens F H J / Nijveldt, Robin

    European heart journal. Cardiovascular Imaging

    2024  Volume 25, Issue 3, Page(s) 347–355

    Abstract: Aims: We examined the association between the symptom-to-reperfusion-time and cardiovascular magnetic resonance (CMR)-derived global strain parameters and transmural infarct extent in ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) patients.: ... ...

    Abstract Aims: We examined the association between the symptom-to-reperfusion-time and cardiovascular magnetic resonance (CMR)-derived global strain parameters and transmural infarct extent in ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) patients.
    Methods and results: The study included 108 STEMI patients who underwent successful primary percutaneous coronary intervention (PPCI). Patients were categorized according to the median symptom-to-reperfusion-time: shorter (<160 min, n = 54) and longer times (>160 min, n = 54). CMR was performed 2-7 days after PPCI and at 1 month. CMR cine imaging was performed for functional assessment and late gadolinium enhancement to evaluate transmural infarct extent. Myocardial feature-tracking was used for strain analysis. Groups were comparable in relation to incidence of LAD disease and pre- and post-PPCI thrombolysis in myocardial infarction (TIMI) flow grades. The mean transmural extent score at follow-up was lower in patients with shorter reperfusion time (P < 0.01). Both baseline and follow-up maximum transmural extent scores were smaller in patients with shorter reperfusion time (P = 0.03 for both). Patients with shorter reperfusion time had more favourable global left ventricular (LV) circumferential strain (baseline, P = 0.049; follow-up, P = 0.01) and radial strain (baseline, P = 0.047; follow-up, P < 0.01), whilst LV longitudinal strain appeared comparable for both baseline and follow-up (P > 0.05 for both). In multi-variable regression analysis including all three strain directions, baseline LV circumferential strain was independently associated with the mean transmural extent score at follow-up (β=1.89, P < 0.001).
    Conclusion: In STEMI patients, time-to-reperfusion was significantly associated with smaller transmural extent of infarction and better LV circumferential and radial strain. Moreover, infarct transmurality and residual LV circumferential strain are closely linked.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction/diagnostic imaging ; ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction/therapy ; ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction/complications ; Contrast Media ; Gadolinium ; Heart ; Reperfusion
    Chemical Substances Contrast Media ; Gadolinium (AU0V1LM3JT)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-02-26
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2638345-7
    ISSN 2047-2412 ; 2047-2404
    ISSN (online) 2047-2412
    ISSN 2047-2404
    DOI 10.1093/ehjci/jead258
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  5. Article: Initial and Residual 3D Fracture Displacement Is Predictive for Patient-Reported Functional Outcome at Mid-Term Follow-Up in Surgically Treated Tibial Plateau Fractures.

    Assink, Nick / Bosma, Eelke / Meesters, Anne M L / van Helden, Sven H / Nijveldt, Robert J / Ten Duis, Kaj / Witjes, Max J H / de Vries, Jean-Paul P M / Kraeima, Joep / IJpma, Frank F A

    Journal of clinical medicine

    2023  Volume 12, Issue 18

    Abstract: Background: Conventional measures of fracture displacement have low interobserver reliability. This study introduced a novel 3D method to measure tibial plateau fracture displacement and its impact on functional outcome.: Methods: A multicentre study ...

    Abstract Background: Conventional measures of fracture displacement have low interobserver reliability. This study introduced a novel 3D method to measure tibial plateau fracture displacement and its impact on functional outcome.
    Methods: A multicentre study was conducted on patients who had tibial plateau fracture surgery between 2003 and 2018. Eligible patients had a preoperative CT scan (slice thickness ≤ 1 mm) and received a Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS) questionnaire. A total of 362 patients responded (57%), and assessment of initial and residual fracture displacement was performed via measurement using the 3D gap area (mm
    Results: Functional outcome appeared significantly worse when initial or residual fracture displacement increased. Multivariate linear regression showed that initial 3D gap area (per 100 mm
    Conclusion: A novel 3D measurement method was applied to quantify initial and residual displacement. This is the first study which can reliably classify the degree of displacement and indicates that increasing displacement results in poorer patient-reported functional outcomes.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-09-19
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2662592-1
    ISSN 2077-0383
    ISSN 2077-0383
    DOI 10.3390/jcm12186055
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  6. Article ; Online: Radiographic Predictors of Conversion to Total Knee Arthroplasty After Tibial Plateau Fracture Surgery: Results in a Large Multicenter Cohort.

    Assink, Nick / El Moumni, Mostafa / Kraeima, Joep / Bosma, Eelke / Nijveldt, Robert J / van Helden, Sven H / Vaartjes, Thijs P / Ten Brinke, Joost G / Witjes, Max J H / de Vries, Jean-Paul P M / IJpma, Frank F A

    The Journal of bone and joint surgery. American volume

    2023  Volume 105, Issue 16, Page(s) 1237–1245

    Abstract: Background: Radiographic measurements of initial displacement of tibial plateau fractures and of postoperative reduction are used to determine treatment strategy and prognosis. We assessed the association between radiographic measurements and the risk ... ...

    Abstract Background: Radiographic measurements of initial displacement of tibial plateau fractures and of postoperative reduction are used to determine treatment strategy and prognosis. We assessed the association between radiographic measurements and the risk of conversion to total knee arthroplasty (TKA) at the time of follow-up.
    Methods: A total of 862 patients surgically treated for tibial plateau fractures between 2003 and 2018 were eligible for this multicenter cross-sectional study. Patients were approached for follow-up, and 477 (55%) responded. The initial gap and step-off were measured on the preoperative computed tomography (CT) scans of the responders. Condylar widening, residual incongruity, and coronal and sagittal alignment were measured on postoperative radiographs. Critical cutoff values for gap and step-off were determined using receiver operating characteristic curves. Postoperative reduction measurements were categorized as adequate or inadequate on the basis of cutoff values in international guidelines. Multivariable analysis was performed to assess the association between each radiographic measurement and conversion to TKA.
    Results: Sixty-seven (14%) of the patients had conversion to TKA after a mean follow-up of 6.5 ± 4.1 years. Assessment of the preoperative CT scans revealed that a gap of >8.5 mm (hazard ratio [HR] = 2.6, p < 0.001) and step-off of >6.0 mm (HR = 3.0, p < 0.001) were independently associated with conversion to TKA. Assessment of the postoperative radiographs demonstrated that residual incongruity of 2 to 4 mm was not associated with increased risk of TKA compared with adequate fracture reduction of <2 mm (HR = 0.6, p = 0.176). Articular incongruity of >4 mm resulted in increased risk of TKA. Coronal (HR = 1.6, p = 0.05) and sagittal malalignment (HR = 3.7 p < 0.001) of the tibia were strongly associated with conversion to TKA.
    Conclusions: Substantial preoperative fracture displacement was a strong predictor of conversion to TKA. Postoperative gaps or step-offs of >4 mm as well as inadequate alignment of the tibia were strongly associated with an increased risk of TKA.
    Level of evidence: Therapeutic Level III . See Instructions for Authors for a complete description of levels of evidence.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Arthroplasty, Replacement, Knee/adverse effects ; Cross-Sectional Studies ; Tibial Plateau Fractures ; Treatment Outcome ; Tibial Fractures/diagnostic imaging ; Tibial Fractures/surgery ; Tibial Fractures/complications ; Tibia/surgery ; Retrospective Studies ; Knee Joint/diagnostic imaging ; Knee Joint/surgery
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-05-19
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Multicenter Study ; Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 220625-0
    ISSN 1535-1386 ; 0021-9355
    ISSN (online) 1535-1386
    ISSN 0021-9355
    DOI 10.2106/JBJS.22.00500
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  7. Article ; Online: Enhancing perioperative landmark detection during sacroiliac joint fusion in patients suffering from low back pain.

    Schippers, Bas / Hekman, Edsko / van Helden, Sven / Boomsma, Martijn / van Osch, Jochen / Nijveldt, Robert

    Computer assisted surgery (Abingdon, England)

    2021  Volume 26, Issue 1, Page(s) 41–48

    Abstract: Over the past decade, minimally invasive sacroiliac joint (SIJ) fusion has become an effective treatment for patients suffering from low back pain (LBP) originating from the SIJ. Perioperative C-arm fluoroscopy-assisted surgical navigation during SIJ ... ...

    Abstract Over the past decade, minimally invasive sacroiliac joint (SIJ) fusion has become an effective treatment for patients suffering from low back pain (LBP) originating from the SIJ. Perioperative C-arm fluoroscopy-assisted surgical navigation during SIJ fusion remains challenging due to the lack of 3D spatial information. This study developed and assessed a 3D CT/2D fluoroscopy integration approach based on digitally reconstructed radiographs (DRRs) obtained from pre-operative CT scans. Development of this approach proved feasible and landmarks were successfully translated, in retrospect, to perioperatively acquired fluoroscopies. Further expansion of and research into the proposed approach to increase perioperative navigation is indicated and additional validation should be performed.
    MeSH term(s) Fluoroscopy ; Humans ; Low Back Pain/diagnostic imaging ; Low Back Pain/surgery ; Sacroiliac Joint/diagnostic imaging ; Sacroiliac Joint/surgery ; Spinal Fusion ; Treatment Outcome
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-09-17
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2870722-9
    ISSN 2469-9322 ; 1092-9088
    ISSN (online) 2469-9322
    ISSN 1092-9088
    DOI 10.1080/24699322.2021.1916600
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  8. Article ; Online: Positive predictive value of ultrasound in correctly identifying an inguinal hernia

    Heroo Ridha / Roelof P. H. de Vries / Ingrid M. Nijholt / Saskia Abbes / Martijn F. Boomsma / Robert J. Nijveldt

    Insights into Imaging, Vol 13, Iss 1, Pp 1-

    a single-centered retrospective pilot study

    2022  Volume 7

    Abstract: Abstract Objectives To determine the clinical utility of preoperative ultrasound imaging for predicting an inguinal hernia in need of surgery. In addition, we aimed to identify factors associated with false positive (FP) ultrasound examinations. Methods ... ...

    Abstract Abstract Objectives To determine the clinical utility of preoperative ultrasound imaging for predicting an inguinal hernia in need of surgery. In addition, we aimed to identify factors associated with false positive (FP) ultrasound examinations. Methods In this retrospective pilot study, we included all 175 patients who underwent inguinal hernia surgery in our hospital in 2019 and of whom a positive preoperative ultrasound examination of the groin area was available. The positive predictive value (PPV) of the ultrasound examination was determined using inguinal hernia detected during surgery (yes/no) as golden standard. To identify possible predictive factors, we compared the characteristics of patients with a FP ultrasound with patients with a true positive (TP) ultrasound. Results PPV of ultrasound examinations to identify an inguinal hernia in need of surgery correctly was 90.9% (159/175). The patients with a FP ultrasound examination had a significantly higher body mass index (BMI) than the patients with a TP ultrasound examination (27.6 ± 4.2 vs 25.8 ± 2.3, p = 0.043). Conclusions With a false positive percentage of 9.1%, there is still room for improvement of preoperative diagnostic imaging. Studies with larger cohorts are necessary to establish prediction models that have the potential to reduce FP ultrasound results.
    Keywords Inguinal hernia ; Ultrasound ; Positive predictive value ; Perioperative findings ; Medical physics. Medical radiology. Nuclear medicine ; R895-920
    Subject code 616 ; 610
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-08-01T00:00:00Z
    Publisher SpringerOpen
    Document type Article ; Online
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  9. Article ; Online: 3D assessment of initial fracture displacement of tibial plateau fractures is predictive for risk on conversion to total knee arthroplasty at long-term follow-up.

    Assink, Nick / Kraeima, Joep / Meesters, Anne M L / El Moumni, Mostafa / Bosma, Eelke / Nijveldt, Robert J / van Helden, Sven H / de Vries, Jean-Paul P M / Witjes, Max J H / IJpma, Frank F A

    European journal of trauma and emergency surgery : official publication of the European Trauma Society

    2022  Volume 49, Issue 2, Page(s) 867–874

    Abstract: Purpose: Currently used classification systems and measurement methods are insufficient to assess fracture displacement. In this study, a novel 3D measure for fracture displacement is introduced and associated with risk on conversion to total knee ... ...

    Abstract Purpose: Currently used classification systems and measurement methods are insufficient to assess fracture displacement. In this study, a novel 3D measure for fracture displacement is introduced and associated with risk on conversion to total knee arthroplasty (TKA).
    Methods: A multicenter cross-sectional study was performed including 997 patients treated for a tibial plateau fracture between 2003 and 2018. All patients were contacted for follow-up and 534 (54%) responded. For all patients, the 3D gap area was determined in order to quantify the degree of initial fracture displacement. A cut-off value was determined using ROC curves. Multivariate analysis was performed to assess the association of 3D gap area with conversion to TKA. Subgroups with increasing levels of 3D gap area were identified, and Kaplan-Meier survival curves were plotted to assess survivorship of the knee free from conversion to TKA.
    Results: A total of 58 (11%) patients underwent conversation to TKA. An initial 3D gap area ≥ 550 mm
    Conclusion: A novel 3D measurement method was developed to quantify initial fracture displacement of tibial plateau fractures. 3D fracture assessment adds to current classification methods, identifies patients at risk for conversion to TKA at follow-up, and could be used for patient counselling about prognosis.
    Level of evidence: Prognostic Level III.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Arthroplasty, Replacement, Knee ; Follow-Up Studies ; Cross-Sectional Studies ; Tibial Plateau Fractures ; Tibial Fractures/diagnostic imaging ; Tibial Fractures/surgery ; Treatment Outcome
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-10-20
    Publishing country Germany
    Document type Multicenter Study ; Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2275480-5
    ISSN 1863-9941 ; 1863-9933
    ISSN (online) 1863-9941
    ISSN 1863-9933
    DOI 10.1007/s00068-022-02139-y
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  10. Article ; Online: Correlation between Cardiac MRI and Voltage Mapping in Evaluating Atrial Fibrosis: A Systematic Review.

    Bijvoet, Geertruida P / Nies, Hedwig M J M / Holtackers, Robert J / Linz, Dominik / Adriaans, Bouke P / Nijveldt, Robin / Wildberger, Joachim E / Vernooy, Kevin / Chaldoupi, Sevasti-Maria / Mihl, Casper

    Radiology. Cardiothoracic imaging

    2022  Volume 4, Issue 5, Page(s) e220061

    Abstract: Purpose: To provide an overview of existing literature on the association between late gadolinium enhancement (LGE) cardiac MRI and low voltage areas (LVA) obtained with electroanatomic mapping (EAM) or histopathology when assessing atrial fibrosis.: ... ...

    Abstract Purpose: To provide an overview of existing literature on the association between late gadolinium enhancement (LGE) cardiac MRI and low voltage areas (LVA) obtained with electroanatomic mapping (EAM) or histopathology when assessing atrial fibrosis.
    Materials and methods: A systematic literature search was conducted in the PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Library databases to identify all studies published until June 7, 2022, comparing LGE cardiac MRI to LVA EAM and/or histopathology for evaluation of atrial fibrosis. The study protocol was registered at PROSPERO (registration no. CRD42022338243). Two reviewers independently evaluated the studies for inclusion. Risk of bias and applicability for each included study were assessed using Quality Assessment of Diagnostic Accuracy Studies-2 (QUADAS-2) criteria. Data regarding demographics, electrophysiology, LGE cardiac MRI, and study outcomes were extracted.
    Results: The search yielded 1048 total results, of which 22 studies were included. Nineteen of the 22 included studies reported a significant correlation between high signal intensity at LGE cardiac MRI and LVA EAM or histopathology. However, there was great heterogeneity between included studies regarding study design, patient samples, cardiac MRI performance and postprocessing, and EAM performance.
    Conclusion: Current literature suggests a correlation between LGE cardiac MRI and LVA EAM or histopathology when evaluating atrial fibrosis but high heterogeneity between studies, demonstrating the need for uniform choices regarding cardiac MRI and EAM acquisition in future studies.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-10-13
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 2638-6135
    ISSN (online) 2638-6135
    DOI 10.1148/ryct.220061
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