Epicardial mapping and ablation via pericardial access is an important strategy for managing refractory ventricular tachycardia when endocardial approaches are insufficient, though it carries specific procedural risks.
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Supports pericardial access for refractory VT; leaves open need for prospective safety and selection data.
Tedrow et al. (2009) studied this question.
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