Why the study?
Recurrence of atrial fibrillation remains a challenge following radiofrequency ablation concomitant with open-heart procedures, with differing views on the main factors influencing long-term sinus rhythm maintenance.
This review summarizes factors influencing the long-term recurrence of atrial fibrillation following radiofrequency ablation performed concomitantly with open-heart surgery.
May aid risk stratification after surgical AF ablation; leaves open which factors warrant prospective validation or intervention.
Radiofrequency ablation concomitant with open-heart procedures is one of the most common surgical methods to treat organic heart disease complicated with atrial fibrillation. However, the recurrence of atrial fibrillation still bothers both doctors and patients. There are different views on the main factors influencing the long-term effects of sinus rhythm maintenance after ablation. We reviewed past related clinical observations and researches to summarize the factors influencing recurrence of long-term atrial fibrillation after radiofrequency ablation concomitant with open-heart procedures.
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