Biosense Webster to Showcase Advanced Ablation Technologies for Electrophysiologists at HRS 2009.DIAMOND BAR, Calif. -- Biosense Webster, Inc., the worldwide leader in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiac arrhythmias cardiac arrhythmia n. See cardiac dysrhythmia. Cardiac arrhythmia An irregular heart rate or rhythm. Mentioned in: Holter Monitoring, Stress Test cardiac arrhythmia , will showcase its portfolio of advanced technologies treating abnormal heart rhythms Noun 1. heart rhythm - the rhythm of a beating heart cardiac rhythm regular recurrence, rhythm - recurring at regular intervals atrioventricular nodal rhythm, nodal rhythm - the normal cardiac rhythm when the heart is controlled by the during the Heart Rhythm Society's (HRS) 30th Annual Scientific Sessions. Heart Rhythm 2009, the leading conference for electrophysiologists, will be held in the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center The Boston Convention and Exhibition Center (BCEC) is the largest exhibition center in the Northeast United States, with some 1,700,000 square feet (15.8 hectare) of contiguous exhibition space. from May 13-16, 2009. A special focus will be on the NAVISTAR([R]) THERMOCOOL([R]) Catheter catheter /cath·e·ter/ (kath´e-ter) 1. a tubular, flexible surgical instrument that is inserted into a cavity of the body to withdraw or introduce fluid. 2. urethral c. for atrial fibrillation atrial fibrillation Irregular rhythm (arrhythmia) of contraction of the atria (upper heart chambers). The most common major arrhythmia, it may result as a consequence of increased fibrous tissue in the aging heart, of heart disease, or in association with severe infection. , the first and only ablation ablation /ab·la·tion/ (-shun) 1. separation or detachment; extirpation; eradication. 2. removal or destruction, especially by cutting. ab·la·tion n. catheter in the U.S. to be approved for the treatment of Afib. In the U.S., NAVISTAR([R]) THERMOCOOL([R]) Catheters are approved for drug refractory refractory Material that is not deformed or damaged by high temperatures, used to make crucibles, incinerators, insulation, and furnaces, particularly metallurgical furnaces. recurrent symptomatic paroxysmal paroxysmal (per´  ksiz´ml),adj recurring in paroxysms. AFib, when used with CARTO CARTO Cartographic Information Division ([R]) Systems (excluding the NAVISTAR([R]) RMT RMT right mentotransverse (position of the fetus). RMT 1. Registered Massage Therapist 2. Renal mesenchymal tumor THERMOCOOL([R]) Catheter). The NAVISTAR([R]) THERMOCOOL([R]) Catheter was approved for this indication by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in February 2009. Complete one-year follow-up data from the NAVISTAR([R]) THERMOCOOL([R]) Catheter clinical trial in atrial fibrillation (AFib) will be presented on Thursday, May 14th during the Late Breaking Clinical Trials session. "This is our first major medical conference since NAVISTAR([R]) THERMOCOOL([R]) Catheter received its approval in February and we look forward to speaking to electrophysiologists about benefits in sustained patient outcomes," said Shlomi Nachman, Worldwide President, Biosense Webster Inc. "We are deeply committed to pioneering innovative and complementary solutions that help electrophysiologists improve patient outcomes and streamline procedural workflow." Biosense Webster will also preview the CARTO([R]) 3 System, the company's next generation 3-D navigation platform. The CARTO([R]) 3 System received European CE Mark approval in November 2008, and is currently under 510(k) review at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for use in the U.S. This year's booth showcases the company's cutting-edge brand identity and includes multiple digital tools that highlight the broad array of Biosense Webster's AFib solutions. The digital media reflecting pool
A reflecting pool is a structure often used in memorials. It generally consists of a shallow pool of water, usually quite calm. , a center piece of the exhibit, will introduce visitors to the new AFIB ALLIANCE(SM) program, which integrates a host of educational programs, patient education, unique practice management information and tools. "Our presence at this year at HRS09 is tremendous," said Nachman. "The new 'look and feel' of our booth is exciting and unique and conveys our passion and excitement about our products and our partnership with electrophysiologists to advance treatment options." The Biosense Webster exhibit will be at booth #429 at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center. About Biosense Webster Biosense Webster Inc., a Johnson & Johnson Company, pioneered EP diagnostic catheters more than 30 years ago and continues to lead the industry as an innovative pioneer of advanced diagnostic, therapeutic, and mapping tools. As the leader in the electrophysiology electrophysiology /elec·tro·phys·i·ol·o·gy/ (-fiz?e-ol´ah-je) 1. the study of the mechanisms of production of electrical phenomena, particularly in the nervous system, and their consequences in the living organism. 2. marketplace, Biosense Webster has the largest installed base of 3D electroanatomical mapping & ablation systems worldwide, including a significant presence in leading hospitals and teaching institutions. With proprietary products such as the CARTO([R]) XP System, the CARTOSOUND([TM]) Image Integration Software Module, the THERMOCOOL([R]) Irrigated Catheter, and the LASSO([R]) Circular Variable Mapping Catheter, the company is changing the way electrophysiologists diagnose and treat arrhythmias. For more information, visit www.biosensewebster.com. About Heart Rhythm Society and Heart Rhythm 2009 The Heart Rhythm Society is the international leader in science, education and advocacy for cardiac arrhythmia professionals and patients, and the primary information resource on heart rhythm disorders. Its mission is to improve the care of patients by promoting research, education and optimal health care policies and standards. The theme for Heart Rhythm 2009, Science, discovery and innovation represent the driving forces behind this year's Scientific Sessions. Collectively, they embody the accomplishments and aspirations of the field of cardiac arrhythmias. Photos/Multimedia Gallery Available: http://www.businesswire.com/cgi-bin/mmg.cgi?eid=5964494&lang=en |
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