HRX/SCMR Joint Session: How can Cardiac MRI & AI Innovations Guide EP and Management of Heart Rhythm Disorders-HRX/SCMR Joint Session

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The video is a session about the use of cardiac MRI (CMR) in patients with heart failure and heart rhythm disorders, jointly hosted by the Society for Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance (SCMR) and the Heart Rhythm Society (HRS). Dr. Michael Markle, the session moderator and SCMR president, introduces panel members: Dr. Kate Hanneman, a cardiac radiologist; Dr. Ken Vilcek, an electrophysiologist; and Luke Ralston from the FDA, who focuses on artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning.<br /><br />Key points include recent innovations in cardiac MRI, like advanced imaging techniques (CINE, LGE, parametric mapping) that provide detailed insights into heart function and tissue abnormalities. Discussions center on how CMR can be used for risk stratification, guiding therapy decisions, and during EP procedures, especially for patients with devices.<br /><br />Challenges highlighted include the need for efficient and accessible CMR protocols, AI's role in improving workflow, and standardizing image acquisition. Luke Ralston discusses regulatory aspects, emphasizing data quality and representativeness. The session concludes with future aspirations: integrating multi-omics data for better risk prediction, improving CMR efficiency, sustainability, and leveraging AI to enhance image acquisition and clinical decision-making processes.<br /><br />Overall, the session underscores the collaborative efforts required to advance CMR technology and practice.

Keywords

cardiac MRI

heart failure

heart rhythm disorders

SCMR

HRS

artificial intelligence

advanced imaging techniques

risk stratification

multi-omics data