Key result
3D SAN simulation shows leading pacemaker centers form spontaneously and shift with acetylcholine and atrial coupling.
Why the study?
This study simulated 3D propagation of the action potential in the sinoatrial node to investigate the dynamics of heart rhythm initiation.
This 3D computational model demonstrates how acetylcholine and surrounding atrial tissue influence pacemaker leading center migration and abnormal rotating wave dynamics within the sinoatrial node.
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Simulation of SAN 3D activity extends modeling approaches; leaves open experimental validation before any clinical relevance.
We have simulated 3D propagation of the action potential in the sinoatrial node to study the dynamics of the heart rhythm initiation. We have found that the leading center inside the sinoatrial node is formed by a group of cells, appears spontaneously under normal conditions, and migrates as acetylcholine is applied. The leading center drifts toward the center of the sinoatrial node, if we consider the effect of the surrounding atrial tissue. Abnormal electrical activity, rotating waves of action potential are observed in the sinoatrial node.
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Syunyaev et al. (2012) studied Heart rhythm initiation and abnormal electrical activity in the sinoatrial node. 3D computer simulation of sinoatrial node electrical activity (including acetylcholine application and surrounding atrial tissue effects) was evaluated on 3D propagation of the action potential and leading center dynamics in the sinoatrial node. 3D computer simulation of the sinoatrial node showed the leading pacemaker center forms spontaneously, migrates with acetylcholine, and drifts centrally with atrial tissue coupling.
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