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Mario Cipollini Hospitalized in Ancona for Cardiac Evaluation After Monitor Flags Irregularities

Doctors plan an electrophysiological study following alerts from his implanted heart monitor.

Overview

  • The 58-year-old former world champion said he was admitted to Ospedale di Ancona for heart issues via a video on Instagram.
  • He reported that a loop recorder implanted last year transmitted abnormal readings to clinicians through a connected phone app.
  • Physicians scheduled an electrophysiological study to provoke and map potential arrhythmias using catheters inserted from the groin.
  • A subcutaneous defibrillator was mentioned as a potential option if needed, which he said he hopes to avoid.
  • Cipollini described himself as calm and trusting of the medical team, as national outlets cited his public update.