This Hybrid Master's Degree will show you all the advances in implantation techniques of devices such as pacemakers, ICDs and resynchronizers"

The latest studies reflect the importance of scientific advances such as genetic tests that allow the prevention of sudden cardiac death in population groups at high risk of arrhythmia. Their purpose is to identify the possible causes and probabilities of suffering from the disease, therefore facilitating the work of the specialist and improving the quality of life of individuals. That is why it is so important for the professional to be up to date with all the news and latest scientific findings.  

In this program the professional will delve into the different studies and new diagnostic techniques in Bradyarrhythmias, Supraventricular Tachyarrhythmias, Ventricular Tachyarrhythmias, as well as Arrhythmias in other clinical contexts. Thanks to the development of a very complete academic itinerary, the specialist will be able to update on the mechanisms and clinical presentation of the patient, with the performance of complementary tests, therapeutic maneuvers and pharmacological treatment according to each case and the results of previous evaluations, in order to advance to the treatment at discharge. 

It will undoubtedly be a unique experience, where during 1,500 hours of updating, the specialist will review 100% online the 10 theoretical modules that contain the most useful and common topics in daily practice to detect and treat Cardiac Arrhythmias. You will be able to complete this part from wherever you are thanks to the compatibility of the Virtual Campus with any device with Internet connection, and to the fact that the Relearning methodology provides flexibility and agility to the study and adjusts to your current dynamics.   

In the same way, you will advance to the Internship once you finish this theoretical stage. There, the specialist will be able to work for 120 hours under the guidance of experts in Cardiology and share their knowledge in the care of real patients, applying the latest scientific evidence. Undoubtedly a unique opportunity for expansion and improvement of daily clinical practice.

With this Hybrid Master's Degree you can combine two effective study methods: 100% online theory and practice with high quality standards" 

This Hybrid Master's Degree in Cardiac Arrhythmias contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:  

• More than 100 clinical cases presented by the health professional experts in Cardiology 
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Knowledge of all that is involved in the assessment process, in order to be able to carry out the most effective specialized intervention as effectively as possible 
• Development of practical activities on the most advanced and up-to-date diagnostic and therapeutic techniques 
• An algorithm-based interactive learning system for decision-making in the clinical situations presented throughout the course
• Practical clinical guides on approaching different therapies 
• With a special emphasis on evidence-based medicine and research methodologies in Cardiac Arrhythmias 
• All this will be complemented by theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection
• Furthermore, you will be able to carry out a clinical internship in one of the best medical centers

You will apply the most diverse procedures in cases of Hybrid Master's Degree in a personalized way and with a team of experienced specialists"

In this proposed Hybrid Master's Degree, of professionalizing character and blended learning modality, the program is aimed at updating medical professionals who develop their functions in the area of Cardiology and who require a high level of qualification. Thanks to its multimedia content elaborated with the latest educational technology, they will allow the health professional to obtain a situated and contextual learning, that is to say, a simulated environment that will provide an immersive learning programmed to train in real situations. 

Thanks to its multimedia content elaborated with the latest educational technology, they will allow the health professional to obtain a situated and contextual learning, that is to say, a simulated environment that will provide an immersive learning programmed to train in real situations. This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the physician must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the course. For this purpose, students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts. 

This program will allow you to develop in modern environments and will provide you with the means to update your knowledge in the diagnosis and treatment of the different types of Cardiac Arrhythmias"

Update your knowledge through the Hybrid Master's Degree in Cardiac Arrhythmias, in a practical way and adapted to your needs"

The academic itinerary chosen for this Hybrid Master's Degree consists of 10 study modules, with numerous sections developed and related to each other. This will allow the dynamic study of the most advanced and updated diagnostic and therapeutic mechanisms according to the latest scientific evidence. In a period of 12 months, the specialist will obtain the degree that will certify its update in a field of medicine highly demanded by the population today. 

This study plan will be developed 100% online through your favorite device and at your own pace"

Module 1. Arrhythmias. Fundamental Concepts

1.1. Physiology 

1.1.1. Special Features of Myocardial Cells 
1.1.2. Action Potential 
1.1.3. Main Ionic Currents Involved 

1.2. Genetics of Arrhythmias 
1.3. Cardiac Conduction System 

1.3.1. Sinoatrial Node and AV Node 
1.3.2. His-Purkinje System 

1.4. Mechanisms of Arrhythmias 

1.4.1. Automatism 
1.4.2. Triggered Activity 
1.4.3. Reentry 
1.4.4. Micro-Entry 

1.5. Antiarrhythmic Drugs 

1.5.1. Type I 
1.5.2. Type I 
1.5.3. Type III 
1.5.4. Type IV 

1.6. Basic Diagnostic Techniques Used in Arrhythmias 

1.6.1. Holter 
1.6.2. Tilt Test 
1.6.3. Pharmacological Tests 
1.6.4. Implantable Holter 
1.6.5. Wearables and Other Devices 

1.7. Common Procedures Performed for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Arrhythmias 

1.7.1. EPS and Ablation 
1.7.2. Electroanatomical Mapping Systems. Navigation Systems 

1.8. Cardiac Anatomy Focused on Arrhythmias 
1.9. Radiological Anatomy 
1.10. Organization and Operation of Arrhythmia Units 

Module 2. Bradyarrhythmias

2.1. Bradyarrhythmia 
2.2. Types of Bradyarrhythmias 
2.3. Mechanisms/Physiopathology of Bradyarrhythmias 
2.4. Diagnostic Studies Aimed at Bradyarrhythmias 
2.5. Sick Sinus Syndrome 
2.6. AV Blocks 
2.7. Syncope 
2.7.1. Causes of Syncope 
2.7.2. Mechanisms of Syncope 
2.7.3. Diagnostic Study and Differential Diagnosis 
2.8. Indication for Pacemaker Implantation. Indications for Transient PM Implantation
2.8.1. Sinus Dysfunction 
2.8.2. AV Blocks 
2.9. EEF Study of Bradyarrhythmias 

Module 3. Supraventricular Tachyarrhythmias 

3.1. Supraventricular Tachycardia 
3.2. Types of Supraventricular Tachyarrhythmias. Clinical Differential Diagnosis 
3.3. Acute Management of Supraventricular Tachycardia. View from the Emergency Department 

3.3.1. Clinical Presentation 
3.3.2. Complementary Tests 
3.3.3. Therapeutic Maneuvers and Pharmacological Treatment 
3.3.4. Discharge Treatment 

3.4. Chronic Management of Supraventricular Tachycardia. View From the Consultation Room 
3.5. Pharmacological Treatment of Supraventricular Tachycardia
3.6. Electrophysiological Study of Supraventricular Tachycardia

3.6.1. Indications 
3.6.2. Description and Maneuvers 

3.7. Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia 

3.7.1. Epidemiology 
3.7.2. Clinical Peculiarities 
3.7.3. Findings in Electrophysiological Study 
3.7.4. Ablation 

3.8. AV Reentrant Tachycardia (Accessory Pathway) 

3.8.1. Epidemiology 
3.8.2. Clinical Peculiarities 
3.8.3. Findings in Electrophysiological Study 
3.8.4. Ablation 

3.9. Common Atrial Flutter 

3.9.1. Epidemiology 
3.9.2. Clinical Peculiarities 
3.9.3. Findings in Electrophysiological Study 
3.9.4. Ablation 

3.10. Other Macroreentrant Tachycardias 
3.11. Focal Atrial Tachycardia 

3.11.1. Epidemiology 
3.11.2. Clinical Peculiarities 
3.11.3. Findings in Electrophysiological Study 
3.11.4. Ablation 

Module 4. Ventricular Tachyarrhythmias 

4.1. Ventricular Tachycardias 

4.1.1. Mechanisms and Pathogenesis of Ventricular Tachycardias 
4.1.2. Types of Ventricular Tachycardias 

4.2. Idiopathic Ventricular Tachycardia 
4.3. Clinical and Electrocardiographic Diagnosis 
4.4. Electrocardiographic Differential Diagnosis Between Wide QRS Tachycardias 
4.5. Acute Management of Ventricular Tachycardia. Vision from the Emergency Department and the Critical Patient 

4.5.1. Clinical Presentation 
4.5.2. Complementary Tests 
4.5.3. Therapeutic Maneuvers and Pharmacological Treatment 
4.5.4. Discharge Treatment 

4.6. Chronic Management of Supraventricular Tachycardia. View From the Consultation Room 
4.7. Pharmacological Treatment in Ventricular Tachycardia
4.8. Electrophysiological Study and Ablation of Ventricular Tachycardia
4.9. Ventricular Extrasystole 

4.9.1. Mechanisms of Genesis of Ventricular Extrasystole
4.9.2. Clinical Management 
4.9.3. Therapeutic Strategy 

4.10. Ventricular Extrasystole. Study and Ablation 

Module 5. Devices (Pacemaker, ICD and Resynchronizer)   

5.1. Pacemaker 

5.1.1. Operation of a Pacemaker 
5.1.2. Indications for Pacemaker Implantation 

5.2. Pacemaker Implantation Technique 

5.2.1. Venous Canalization 
5.2.2. Surgical Pocket Creation 
5.2.3. Ventricular Electrode Implantation 
5.2.4. Atrial Electrode Implantation 

5.3. Basic Pacemaker Programming 

5.3.1. Programming at Discharge After Implantation 
5.3.2. Monitoring Protocol in the Consultation Room 

5.4. ICD 

5.4.1. Operation of an ICD 
5.4.2. Indications for ICD Implantation 

5.5. ICD II 

5.5.1. ICD Implantation Technique. Peculiarities with Respect to Pacemaker
5.5.2. Programming at Discharge After Implantation 
5.5.3. Monitoring Protocol in the Consultation Room 

5.6. Resynchronization Therapy 

5.6.1. Theoretical Basis 
5.6.2. Indications for Cardiac Resynchronization Device Implantation 

5.7. Resynchronization Therapy II 

5.7.1. CRS Implantation Technique. Peculiarities with Respect to Other Devices 
5.7.2. Programming at Discharge After Implantation 
5.7.3. Monitoring Protocol in the Consultation Room 

5.8. Physiological Stimulation 

5.8.1. Hisian Stimulation 
5.8.2. Left Bundle Branch Stimulation 

5.9. Other Implantable Devices 

5.9.1. Wireless Pacemakers 
5.9.2. Subcutaneous ICD 

5.10. Electrode Removal 

5.10.1. Indications for Electrode Extraction 
5.10.2. Extraction Procedure 

Module 6. Atrial Fibrillation 

6.1. Importance of Atrial Fibrillation 

6.1.1. Epidemiology of Atrial Fibrillation 
6.1.2. Socioeconomic Impact of Atrial Fibrillation 

6.2. Atrial Fibrillation in the Clinic 

6.2.1. Clinical Presentation and Symptomatology 
6.2.2. Initial Diagnostic Study 

6.3. Assessment of Thromboembolic and Hemorrhagic Risk 

6.3.1. Anticoagulant Treatment. Clinical Evidence 
6.3.2. Direct Acting Anticoagulants 
6.3.3. Vitamin K Antagonists 
6.3.4. Auricle Closure 

6.4. Clinical Management of Atrial Fibrillation 

6.4.1. Rate Control Strategy 
6.4.2. Rhythm Control Strategy 

6.5. Atrial Fibrillation Ablation 

6.5.1. Indications 
6.5.2. Evidence of Efficacy 

6.6. Atrial Fibrillation Ablation 

6.6.1. Atrial Fibrillation Ablation Techniques 
6.6.2. AF Ablation Results 
6.6.3. Possible Complications of AF Ablation 

6.7. Monitoring after Atrial Fibrillation Ablation 
6.8. Future Prospects for Atrial Fibrillation Ablation 
6.9. AF in Specific Contexts: Postoperative Period, Intracranial Hemorrhage, Pregnancy, Athletes 
6.10. Anticoagulant Therapy in Patients with Ischemic Heart Disease

Module 7. Arrhythmias and Heart Failure 

7.1. Importance of Rhythm Disorders in Heart Failure 
7.2. AF and Heart Failure 

7.2.1. Epidemiology of AF in Heart Failure 
7.2.2. Prognostic Implication of the Presence of AF in Patients with Heart Failure 

7.3. AF and Heart Failure. Role of Ablation and Antiarrhythmic Drugs
7.4. Risk Assessment of Ventricular Arrhythmias in HF 

7.4.1. Role of MRI 
7.4.2. Role of Genetics 

7.5. Management of Ventricular Arrhythmias in Heart Failure 
7.6. Indications for CRS Therapy and Other Devices in the Context of Heart Failure 

7.6.1. Conventional Resynchronizer 
7.6.2. Physiological Stimulation (Hisian and Left Bundle Branch) 

7.7. Tachycardiomyopathy 

7.7.1. Concept and Epidemiology 
7.7.2. Diagnostic Study 

7.8. Management of Patients with Tachycardiomyopathy 

7.8.1. Medical Treatment 
7.8.2. Indications and Ablation Approach 

7.9. PM-Mediated Ventricular Dysfunction. Prevalence and Management 
7.10. LBBB and Ventricular Dysfunction. Does Dyssynchronopathy Exist? 

Module 8. Arrhythmic Syndromes, Sudden Death and Channelopathies

8.1. Sudden Cardiac Death 

8.1.1. Concept and Epidemiology of Sudden Cardiac Death
8.1.2. Causes of Sudden Cardiac Death 

8.2. Sudden Cardiac Death 

8.2.1. Diagnostic Study after a Recovered Cardiac Arrest 
8.2.2. Clinical Management. Prevention 

8.3. Concept of Canalopathy. Epidemiology 
8.4. Brugada Syndrome

8.4.1. Indications for Electrophysiological Study 
8.4.2. Indications for ICD 
8.4.3. Medical Treatment 

8.5. Long QT Syndrome

8.5.1. Indications for ICD 
8.5.2. Medical Treatment 

8.6. Short QT Syndrome 

8.6.1. Indications for ICD 
8.6.2. Medical Treatment 

8.7. Early Repolarization and PTVC 

8.7.1. Indications for ICD 
8.7.2. Medical Treatment 

8.8. The Importance of Genetics 

8.8.1. Family Studies 

Module 9. Myocardiopathies and Arrhythmias 

9.1. Association of Cardiomyopathies and Arrhythmias 
9.2. Dilated Cardiomyopathy 

9.2.1. Atrial Arrhythmias 
9.2.2. Ventricular Arrhythmias 

9.3. Prevention of Arrhythmias and Sudden Cardiac Death in Dilated Cardiomyopathy 

9.3.1. Indications for ICD 
9.3.2. Role of Genetics 

9.4. Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Indications for ICD 

9.4.1. Atrial Arrhythmias 
9.4.2. Ventricular Arrhythmias 

9.5. Prevention of Arrhythmias and Sudden Cardiac Death in Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy 

9.5.1. Indications for ICD 

9.6. Arrhythmogenic Cardiomyopathy 

9.6.1. Description 
9.6.2. Most Frequent Arrhythmias and Peculiarities in their Management 
9.6.3. Prevention of Sudden Death. Indications for ICD 

9.7. Amyloidosis 

9.7.1. Description 
9.7.2. Most Frequent Arrhythmic Disorders and Peculiarities in their Management 
9.7.3. Indications for MP 

9.8. Other Cardiomyopathies and their Association with Cardiac Rhythm Disorders 

9.8.1. Dystrophies and Neuromuscular Diseases. Indications for ICD and PM 

9.9. Study of AVB in Young Patients 

9.9.1. Diagnostic and Therapeutic Algorithm 

Module 10. Arrhythmias in Other Clinical Contexts

10.1. Arrhythmias in the Population without Heart Disease 
10.2. Arrhythmias in Athletes 
10.3. Arrhythmias in the Critically Ill Cardiac Patient 

10.3.1. Epidemiology 
10.3.2. Study and Clinical Management 
10.3.3. Management of Arrhythmic Storm 
10.3.4. Transient Pacemaker Indications and Implantation Technique 

10.4. Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest Care 
10.5. Arrhythmias in the Non-Cardiac Critically Ill Patient 
10.6. Arrhythmias in Patients Undergoing Cardiac Surgery and after TAVI 
10.7. Arrhythmias in Infantile Congenital Cardiopathies 
10.8. Arrhythmias in Adult Congenital Heart Diseases  

Advance in a practical and comfortable way with the quality you deserve, thanks to the methodology and technology implemented by TECH in this program"