Key result
Internal transcatheter cardioversion restored sinus rhythm in 100% (10/10) of patients with refractory chronic lone atrial fibrillation, with 8 maintaining sinus rhythm at 12 to 22 months follow-up.
Why the study?
Does internal transcatheter cardioversion improve restoration of sinus rhythm in patients with chronic lone atrial fibrillation resistant to external and pharmacological cardioversion?
Observational (n=10)
Does internal transcatheter cardioversion improve restoration of sinus rhythm in patients with chronic lone atrial fibrillation resistant to external and pharmacological cardioversion?
Internal transcatheter cardioversion is an effective and safe method to restore and maintain sinus rhythm in patients with refractory chronic lone atrial fibrillation.
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May offer rescue option in refractory lone AF; leaves open confirmation in randomized trials.
Kumagai et al. (1991) conducted an observational in Chronic lone atrial fibrillation (n=10). Internal transcatheter cardioversion was evaluated on Restoration of sinus rhythm. Internal transcatheter cardioversion restored sinus rhythm in 100% (10/10) of patients with refractory chronic lone atrial fibrillation, with 8 maintaining sinus rhythm at 12 to 22 months follow-up.
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