In April, Logan Health Medical Center conducted its first FARAPULSE™ Pulsed Field Ablation (PFA) procedure, marking yet another advancement to their robust cardiac program. This state-of-the-art procedure, developed by Boston Scientific, offers a new option for patients with atrial fibrillation (AFib), a condition highlighted by irregular and often rapid heartbeats. Unlike traditional thermal ablation methods that use extreme heat or cold, PFA uses non-thermal electrical pulses to safely and precisely isolate problematic heart tissue, minimizing the risk of damage to surrounding structures.
Unlike the traditional methods, this selectively targets heart muscle cells while sparing nearby structures, such as the esophagus, nerves and blood vessels. The system adjusts to the unique anatomy of each patient’s pulmonary veins, helping the medical team perform the procedure more consistently and quickly.
As the world’s clinical leader in PFA, used in over 200,000 patients globally, the FARAPULSE™ System has demonstrated its effectiveness in transformation of AFib treatment. Logan Health’s adoption of this platform highlights their commitment to bringing the best technologies to their patients.
The procedure was conducted by Logan Health Electrophysiologist Dr. Matt Brunson and his team. “The ability to perform ablation with such precision while reducing the risk involved is a remarkable advancement,” said Dr. Brunson. “We’re excited to continue offering innovative solutions to our patients dealing with atrial fibrillation.”
Access to this level of advanced technology is rare in smaller communities, and it allows Logan Health to provide state-of-the-art technologies to patients all over northwest Montana and surrounding communities. “Bringing this technology here locally is a testament to the strength and depth of our cardiac program,” said Kevin Abel, CEO of Logan Health. “Our communities deserve the best treatment and we’re proud to make this level of advanced care accessible to rural Montanans who would otherwise have to travel extensive distances for it.”
For more information about cardiac services at Logan Health, visit logan.org/heart.