Why the study?
Does the modified Cox/Maze III procedure combined with other cardiac surgery improve rhythm and functional status in patients with chronic atrial fibrillation?
Does the modified Cox/Maze III procedure combined with other cardiac surgery improve rhythm and functional status in patients with chronic atrial fibrillation?
The modified Cox/Maze III procedure combined with other cardiac surgery provides good medium-term survival and functional improvement, though sinus rhythm maintenance gradually declines over time.
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Supports functional gains with Maze addition in surgical chronic AF; leaves open need for RCTs on rhythm durability.
Izumoto et al. (2000) studied this question.
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