Key result
Radiofrequency current ablation successfully eliminated the ectopic automatic focus while preserving normal atrioventricular conduction, with the patient remaining tachycardia-free at 7 months.
Why the study?
Does radiofrequency ablation successfully treat refractory automatic junctional tachycardia while preserving AV nodal conduction in a pediatric patient?
Population
12-year-old female with symptomatic, refractory automatic junctional tachycardia (n=1)
Design
Case_report
Follow-up
7 months
Authors
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Supports feasibility of focal ablation in refractory pediatric automatic junctional tachycardia; leaves open need for prospective validation.
Case Report (n=1)
Does radiofrequency ablation successfully treat refractory automatic junctional tachycardia while preserving AV nodal conduction in a pediatric patient?
Radiofrequency ablation can be a safe and effective treatment for refractory automatic junctional tachycardia in pediatric patients, preserving normal AV nodal conduction.
Ehlert et al. (1993) conducted a case report in Automatic junctional tachycardia (n=1). Radiofrequency current ablation was evaluated on Freedom from tachycardia and maintenance of normal atrioventricular junctional conduction. Radiofrequency current ablation successfully eliminated the ectopic automatic focus while preserving normal atrioventricular conduction, with the patient remaining tachycardia-free at 7 months.
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