Philips VeriSight Pro 3D ICE Catheter
Redefine LAAO guidance
Advance your LAAO program with ICE
Real-world evidence demonstrates the clinical, operational and economic impact of ICE-guided versus TEE-guided LAAO. Build a moderate sedation pathway that can streamline workflows, reduce reliance on anesthesia and recovery resources, while supporting a more patient-friendly experience. [1-12] Request an individualized economic assessment to understand the potential impact of ICE on your LAAO program.
Streamlined workflows
Support moderate sedation, reduce recovery resources, reduce catheter manipulations and streamline device deployment for procedural efficiency. [1-10]
Meaningful savings
Although ICE introduces catheter costs, analysis suggests these costs are offset by downstream work benefits [8-10]
Patient-centric care
Comparable outcomes with shorter recovery pathways, reduced anxiety and complications associated with general anesthesia and TEE. [3,8-10]
Clear guidance
Navigate complex anatomy with real-time 3D visualization and iRotate Digital Steering, obtaining desired views from a single catheter position. [11]
Hear how the use of Philips VeriSight Pro 3D ICE Catheter has impacted one lab’s efficiency during LAAO procedures
Real-world impact across the LAAO pathway
More than an imaging alternative
VeriSight Pro 3D ICE provides direct visualization, near-field imaging and real-time guidance inside the heart chambers, reducing the need for general anesthesia and minimizing catheter manipulation with its unique iRotate Digital Steering. [11]
Expert standardized imaging
Electrophysiology and interventional cardiology experts collaborated to build step-by-step standardized 3D ICE-guided LAAO imaging workflows using VeriSight Pro to ensure all criteria for device placement and deployment imaging are confidently achieved.
ICE-guided LAAO is as safe and effective as TEE-guided LAAO [4-6]
In LAAO procedures, ICE matches TEE on outcomes but simplifies the workflow [1-3, 8-10]. Furthermore, ICE is associated with a 29% lower risk of pericardial effusion [10], 27% less chance of hospitalization or visits to the ER [10], and a lower 45-day all-cause readmission compared to TEE. [8]
Expert confidence for LAAO guidance
ICE-guided LAAO offers the image quality of TEE but adds the workflow and patient benefits of intracardiac echo. [1-6] Supported by SCAI and HRS through a uniform recommendation, you can confidently visualize from within.
Simplify concomitant LAAO/ablation procedures
VeriSight Pro 3D ICE Catheter offers a single imaging solution to complete both the Afib ablation and LAAO procedures. Experience more efficient and effective interventions while also reducing imaging modalities and patient discomfort. [1, 7, 12-14] Watch a live case and expert discussion.
Thorough 2D and 3D ICE training
We pride ourselves on offering thorough and personalized 3D ICE training industry wide. We offer didactic courses, hands-on simulator training, observation, proctorships and more. Contact us for a full list of trainings or watch live cases via our IGT Devices Academy. Don’t have an account? Sign up for free.
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Footnotes
- Diaz JC, Bastidas O, Duque M, et al. Impact of intracardiac echocardiography versus transesophageal echocardiography guidance on left atrial appendage occlusion procedures: A meta‐analysis. J. Cardiovasc. Electrophysiol. 2024; 35(1)44-57.
- Amin, AK, Robinson, A, Gundrum E, et al. Intracardiac echocardiography guided left atrial appendage closure contributes to significant cost savings and reduced length of stay. Heart Rhythm. 2019; 16(5) May Supplement: S128.
- Dallan LAP et al. Safety, Efficacy, and Cost-Effectiveness of Same-Day Discharge for Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion. J Invasive Cardiol. 2022; 34(2): E124-E131
- Jhand A, et al. Intracardiac echocardiography versus transesophageal echocardiography for left atrial appendage closure: an updated meta-analysis and systematic review. Am J Cardiovasc Dis. 2020; 10(5):538-547. PMID: 33489456 PMCID: PMC7811919
- Liang G, et al. Imaging with intracardiac echocardiography compared to transesophageal echocardiography during left atrial appendage occlusion. Rev Cardiovasc Med. 2020; 21(1):93-101. DOI: 10.31083/j.rcm.2020.01.569
- Akella K, et al. Evaluating the role of transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) or intracardiac echocardiography (ICE) in left atrial appendage occlusion: a meta-analysis. 2021. J Interv Card Electrophysiol. 2021;60:41-48. DOI: 10.1007/s10840-019-00677-x
- Hemam ME, et al. Left atrial appendage closure with the Watchman device using intracardiac vs transesophageal echocardiography: Procedural and cost considerations. Heart Rhythm. 2019; 16:334-342. DOI: 10.1016/j. hrthm.2018.12.013
- El-Zein RS, Volio A, Khan Z, et al. Healthcare resource utilization for three-dimensional intracardiac echocardiography versus transesophageal echocardiography image guidance for left atrial appendage occlusion. Poster presented at HRS Annual Scientific Sessions; April 25, 2025; San Diego, CA.
- El-Zein R, Vazquez R, Volio A, et al. Comparative Cost and Workflow of ICE- Versus TEE-Guided Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion. Structural Heart. 2026;10(6):100902.
- Ahmed, F., Gohar, N., Hamza, M. et al. Intracardiac vs. Transesophageal echocardiography in left atrial appendage occlusion: real-world comparative effectiveness from a propensity-matched cohort. Cardiovasc Ultrasound 24, 12 (2026). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12947-026-00375-5
- Sularz, A, Chavez Ponce, A, Al-Abcha, A. et al. Safety and Feasibility of 3D Intracardiac Echocardiography in Guiding Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion With WATCHMAN FLX. JACC Adv. 2025 Feb, 4 (2)
- Alkhouli M, et al. Outcomes of Routine Intracardiac Echocardiography to Guide Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion. JACC: Clin Electrophys. 2020; 6(4):393-400. DOI: 10.1016/j.jacep.2019.11.014
- Pommier T, et al. Safety and efficacy of left atrial appendage occlusion with the ACP or Watchman device guided by intracardiac echocardiography from the left atrium. Clin Cardiol. 2021; 44:1402-1408. DOI: 10.1002/clc.23696
- Hussain K, et al. Impact of moderate sedation on electrophysiology lab time for left atrial appendage occlusion using 4D‐intracardiac echocardiography. J Cardiovasc Electrophysiol. 2024: Nov. DOI: 10.1111/ jce.16445
Disclaimer
Results are specific to the institution where they were obtained and may not reflect the results achievable at other institutions. Results in other cases may vary.
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