Key result
Repeat catheter ablation procedures are frequently necessary to achieve long-term stable sinus rhythm in patients with atrial fibrillation, improving success rates to 59-92% in paroxysmal and 57-83% in persistent AF.
Why the study?
Are repeat ablations necessary to eliminate atrial fibrillation in patients with paroxysmal or persistent AF?
Are repeat ablations necessary to eliminate atrial fibrillation in patients with paroxysmal or persistent AF?
Repeat ablations are frequently necessary to achieve freedom from atrial fibrillation, particularly in patients with persistent AF, due to pulmonary vein reconnection or substrate progression.
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Anticipate repeat ablations for durable sinus rhythm in AF; leaves open optimal timing and patient selection.
Fichtner et al. (2012) conducted a review in Atrial Fibrillation. Catheter ablation was evaluated. Repeat catheter ablation procedures are frequently necessary to achieve long-term stable sinus rhythm in patients with atrial fibrillation, improving success rates to 59-92% in paroxysmal and 57-83% in persistent AF.
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