Key result
Radiofrequency ablation carries a 12% accessory pathway recurrence rate, with higher risk in tricuspid pathways.
Why the study?
To characterize the incidence and clinical features of accessory pathway recurrence after initially successful radiofrequency catheter ablation and identify variables correlated with recurrence.
What is the incidence and clinical features of accessory pathway recurrence after initially successful radiofrequency catheter ablation?
Cohort (n=130)
What is the incidence and clinical features of accessory pathway recurrence after initially successful radiofrequency catheter ablation?
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Accessory pathway recurrence after initially successful radiofrequency catheter ablation occurs in approximately 12% of patients, is more common in right-sided pathways, and can be effectively managed with repeat ablation.
Langberg et al. (1992) conducted a cohort in Accessory atrioventricular connections (n=130). Radiofrequency catheter ablation was evaluated on Recurrence of accessory pathway conduction. Accessory pathway conduction recurred in 12% of patients after initially successful radiofrequency catheter ablation, with higher rates in tricuspid (24%) versus mitral (6%) pathways.
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