An interesting case of infra‐hisian block

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AbstractIntroductionThe management of patients with conduction disease and supraventricular arrhythmias presents a multitude of clinical challenges.Intra‐Hisian block, a condition characterized by delayed or blocked electrical conduction within the His bundle, can result in debilitating symptoms, such as syncope or presyncope. This case report aims to elucidate the diagnostic and therapeutic considerations that were taken in a patient who presented with recurrent syncopal episodes that corresponded to atrial flutter (AFL) and subsequently underwent cavotricuspid isthmus ablation.Case presentationA 65‐year‐old male with paroxysmal AFL and a pre‐existing right bundle branch block and left anterior fascicular block (RBBB+LAFB) experienced recurrent syncopal episodes that were found to be correlated with AFL episodes. Following CTI ablation, an electrophysiology study (EPS) revealed a prolonged HV interval of 101ms, which indicated potential conduction abnormalities. With coronary sinus pacing, an intra‐Hisian delay of 211ms was observed. During instances of atrioventricular block, intra‐Hisian delay was evident on conducted beats, followed by intra‐Hisian block on non‐conducted beats. Ultimately, the patient's syncopal episodes prompted the placement of a dual‐chamber pacemaker, which resulted in the resolution of symptoms.ConclusionIntra‐Hisian block is a condition that is often associated with delayed or blocked electrical conduction within the His bundle. When symptomatic, patients often present with syncope or presyncope. Etiologies of this condition include degenerative changes, myocardial infarction, autoimmune disorders, infections, medications, and more. This case emphasizes the importance of electrophysiology studies (EPS) in the diagnosis and management of patients with intra‐Hisian block. Prompt intervention, such as the placement of a dual‐chamber pacemaker, can alleviate symptoms and improve patient outcomes. Thus, clinical awareness and utilization of EPS can aid in accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment selection for patients with conduction abnormalities and supraventricular arrhythmias.cuspid isthmus (CTI) ablation.