Key result
Radiofrequency catheter ablation yielded similar complication and success rates in atrial fibrillation patients regardless of the presence of depressed left ventricular systolic function.
Why the study?
Does radiofrequency catheter ablation improve outcomes and maintain sinus rhythm in patients with atrial fibrillation and systolic heart failure?
Does radiofrequency catheter ablation improve outcomes and maintain sinus rhythm in patients with atrial fibrillation and systolic heart failure?
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Radiofrequency catheter ablation is a promising strategy for restoring sinus rhythm and improving ventricular function in patients with atrial fibrillation and systolic heart failure, though it requires advanced ablation techniques.
Schmidt et al. (2009) conducted an editorial in Atrial fibrillation and systolic heart failure (n=72). Radiofrequency catheter ablation (RFCA) vs. Patients without depressed left ventricular systolic function was evaluated on Complications and success rates (AF recurrence). Radiofrequency catheter ablation yielded similar complication and success rates in atrial fibrillation patients regardless of the presence of depressed left ventricular systolic function.
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