{"podcast":{"title":"EP Edge Journal Watch","slug":"ep-edge-journal-watch-7561379","podcast_index_feed_id":7561379,"rss_url":"https://feeds.transistor.fm/ep-edge-journal-watch","website_url":null,"image_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/KWuXQ6fPAArQRCgfrqrxfzQNWh_DnAU4t75wkubUSk4/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9jMzFi/ZTYxOTI1M2U4NGRj/OGZmZjBhMDFlMjFm/NDQwMC5wbmc.jpg","author":"Niraj Sharma","episode_count":37,"summary":"Welcome to EP Edge Journal Watch — where cardiac electrophysiology meets evidence, precision, and perspective. Hosted by Dr. Niraj Sharma, this bi-weekly podcast distills high-impact cardiovascular and EP research into clear, clinically meaningful insights. Each episode goes beyond headlines and abstracts to uncover what new studies actually mean for patient care, decision-making, and the future of electrophysiology. What EP Edge Journal Watch stands for: Evidence-based practice Precision electrophysiology A forward-thinking, edge-driven approach to how we interpret and apply data in real-world clinical settings. Whether you’re an electrophysiologist, cardiologist, researcher, trainee, or allied health professional, EP Edge Journal Watch brings you the signal — not the noise. Expect sharp summaries, thoughtful commentary, and practical takeaways designed for the busy clinician who wants to stay ahead of the curve","last_synced_at":"2026-07-20T20:18:25.367003+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ep-edge-journal-watch-7561379"},"episode":{"title":"Pulsed Field Ablation, Atrial Fibrillation Progression & Leadless Pacing | EP Edge Journal Watch – Jan 2026 (Issue 5)","slug":"pulsed-field-ablation-atrial-fibrillation-progression-leadless-pacing-ep-edge-journal-watch-jan-2026-issue-5","published_at":"2026-01-05T10:30:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ep-edge-journal-watch-7561379/pulsed-field-ablation-atrial-fibrillation-progression-leadless-pacing-ep-edge-journal-watch-jan-2026-issue-5","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ep-edge-journal-watch-7561379","url":"https://share.transistor.fm/s/2f092ade","audio_url":"https://media.transistor.fm/2f092ade/6468fd63.mp3","summary":"EP Edge Journal Watch — January 2026 | Issue #5 Pulsed Field Ablation, Device Therapy, and the Era of Personalized EP Welcome to EP Edge Journal Watch – Issue #5 (January 2026) , your high-yield, evidence-driven electrophysiology podcast designed for practicing EPs who want more than just abstracts. As 2026 begins, electrophysiology is entering a defining phase—where pulsed field ablation (PFA) matures beyond feasibility, device therapy is reframed by competing risk , and “one-size-fits-all” ablation strategies give way to personalization . In this episode, Dr. Niraj Sharma MD FACC FHRS breaks down practice-changing trials, real-world registries, and mechanistic insights that are actively reshaping how we approach atrial fibrillation ablation, ICD decision-making, leadless pacing, and AF progression. What’s covered in this issue: Long-term ICD outcomes in nonischemic cardiomyopathy Why preventing sudden death does not always translate into survival benefit—and how age and competing risk matter. Leadless pacing evolution Dual-chamber leadless pacemakers, operator learning curves, and why high acute atrial thresholds don’t predict chronic failure . Reducing CIED infections How a simple iodinated adhesive drape significantly lowers contamination and infection risk. AF progression as a biologic signal Why device-detected AF progression predicts mortality, heart failure, and stroke risk. Monitoring-driven AF management How implantable cardiac monitors change rhythm-control strategies and outcomes. Pulsed Field Ablation at scale CE-Mark data, IDE trials, and the MANIFEST-US registry defining safety, durability, and workflow in real-world PFA. Rare but serious delayed PFA complications What every electrophysiologist should know about delayed ischemia and malignant arrhythmias…","meta_description":"EP Edge Journal Watch — January 2026 | Issue #5 Pulsed Field Ablation, Device Therapy, and the Era of Personalized EP Welcome to EP Edge Journal Watch – I…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2033,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/ep-edge-journal-watch-7561379/episodes/pulsed-field-ablation-atrial-fibrillation-progression-leadless-pacing-ep-edge-journal-watch-jan-2026-issue-5/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ep-edge-journal-watch-7561379/pulsed-field-ablation-atrial-fibrillation-progression-leadless-pacing-ep-edge-journal-watch-jan-2026-issue-5.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}