Glossary

Mapping
Alternative Terms: -

1.    electrophysiological examination using a catheter and a special electrode, the foundation for surgical treatment of tachyardia
2.     nonsurgical electrocardiographic technique to establish the size of a heart attack. Image of the action potential of a heart attack mapped at numerous points on the surface of the body

Author(s): Kinderherzstiftung, Prof. Dr. Elisabeth Sticker, Hermine Nock
Last updated: 2009-04-28