Mini Peltier Cell Array System for the Generation of Controlled Local Epicardial Heterogeneities

The present study aims to design and fabricate a system capable of generating heterogeneities on the epicardial surface of an isolated rabbit heart perfused in a Langendorff system. The system consists of thermoelectric modules that can be independently controlled by the developed hardware, thereby...

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Main Authors: Segarra, Izan, Cebrian, Antonio, Ruiperez-Campillo, Samuel, Tormos, Alvaro, Chorro, Francisco Javier, Castells, Francisco, Alberola, Antonio, Millet, Jose
Format: Conference Proceeding
Language:English
Subjects:
Animals
Heart
Heart - physiology
Heart Rate - physiology
Rabbits
Recording
Simulation
Surface treatment
Temperature
Thermal analysis
Thermal conductivity
Three-dimensional displays
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Summary:The present study aims to design and fabricate a system capable of generating heterogeneities on the epicardial surface of an isolated rabbit heart perfused in a Langendorff system. The system consists of thermoelectric modules that can be independently controlled by the developed hardware, thereby allowing for the generation of temperature gradients on the epicardial surface, resulting in conduction slowing akin to heterogeneities of pathological origin. A comprehensive analysis of the system's viability was performed through modeling and thermal simulation, and its practicality was validated through preliminary tests conducted at the experimental cardiac electrophysiology laboratory of the University of Valencia. The design process involved the use of Fusion 360 for 3D designs, MATLAB/Simulink for algorithms and block diagrams, LTSpice and Altium Designer for schematic captures and PCB design, and the integration of specialized equipment for animal experimentation. The objective of the study was to efficiently capture epicardial recordings under varying conditions.Clinical relevance- The proposed system aims to induce local epicardial heterogeneities to generate labeled correct signals that can serve as a golden standard for improving algorithms that identify and characterize fibrotic substrates. This improvement will enhance the efficacy of ablation processes and potentially reduce the ablated surface area.
ISSN:2694-0604
DOI:10.1109/EMBC40787.2023.10340369