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Epicardial ablation for ventricular tachycardia requires careful pre-procedural planning, appropriate timing of anticoagulation, and anticipation of unique complications to ensure patient safety.
This review provides a practical guide on best practices for epicardial ablation in patients with ventricular tachycardia, focusing on access, anticoagulation, and complication management.
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Requires rigorous planning for epicardial VT ablation; extends practical guidance while leaving prospective validation open.
Kumareswaran et al. (2018) conducted a review in Ventricular tachycardia in nonischaemic cardiomyopathy. Epicardial ablation was evaluated. Epicardial ablation for ventricular tachycardia requires careful pre-procedural planning, appropriate timing of anticoagulation, and anticipation of unique complications to ensure patient safety.
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