Advancements in electrophysiology: integrating technology over the years

When Prof. Kevin Vernooy became an electrophysiologist thirteen years ago, electrophysiology relied heavily on fluoroscopy, exposing clinicians and patients to high radiation doses. As procedures became more complex, the need for safer and more efficient EP lab workflows became critical. MUMC+ faced challenges with multiple screens and fragmented systems, making it difficult to manage imaging, mapping, and procedural guidance cohesively.

Philips provides a comprehensive solution, such as the EP suite, which integrates imaging modalities, including intracardiac echo and electro-anatomic mapping, into a unified, adaptable display system. This allowed clinicians at MUMC+ to switch seamlessly between views depending on the procedural phase, whether deploying catheters, performing transseptal punctures, or mapping arrhythmias. Prof. Kevin Vernooy agrees, "Now we can adapt screen sizes and inputs dynamically, depending on where we are in the procedure. It’s a huge step forward in workflow efficiency and safety."

Prof. Vernooy says that the integration of new technologies at MUMC+ has led to a dramatic reduction in fluoroscopy use, improved visualization of cardiac structures, and enhanced procedural precision. MUMC+ can now perform hybrid procedures in collaboration with cardiac surgeons, further expanding treatment capabilities and providing better care for more people.