Antoine Da Costa
Papers
5
Total Citations
63
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About
Antoine Da Costa is a clinical researcher whose work sits at the intersection of cardiac electrophysiology and medical robotics, with a particular focus on the treatment of complex arrhythmias, especially atrial fibrillation. His research has made significant contributions to the advancement of robotic magnetic navigation systems as tools for catheter-based radiofrequency ablation, offering safer and more precise alternatives to conventional manual approaches. Da Costa's most influential publication, "Robotic magnetic navigation for ablation of human arrhythmias" (2016, 19 citations), provides a comprehensive examination of how remote-controlled magnetic technology enhances procedural outcomes for patients where antiarrhythmic drugs fall short. His comparative work evaluating successive generations of the Niobe magnetic navigation system — demonstrating the substantial superiority of the Niobe ES over its predecessor — reflects a commitment to iterative, evidence-based refinement of clinical technology. Through prospective single-centre studies and systematic analyses, Da Costa has helped establish the clinical viability of three-dimensional non-fluoroscopic navigation for pulmonary vein isolation, reducing radiation exposure while maintaining efficacy. His body of work collectively represents a meaningful push toward safer, more automated cardiac interventional care.
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- 1Robotic magnetic navigation for ablation of human arrhythmias19 citations · 2016
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- 4Remote magnetic navigation and arrhythmia ablation10 citations · 2012
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