Key result
Alternative linear lesion methods remain under investigation for treating atrial fibrillation during open heart surgery.
Why the study?
What are the alternative methods for creating transmural linear lesions in patients with atrial fibrillation undergoing open heart surgery?
What are the alternative methods for creating transmural linear lesions in patients with atrial fibrillation undergoing open heart surgery?
This review highlights alternative ablation techniques, such as microwave energy, for treating atrial fibrillation during open heart surgery to minimize perioperative risks.
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Alternative ablation methods like microwave remain investigational for surgical AF; leaves open randomized efficacy and safety comparisons.
Spitzer et al. (1999) conducted a review in Atrial fibrillation in open heart surgery. Alternative methods for creating linear lesions (e.g., microwave ablation) was evaluated. Various alternative methods for creating linear lesions, including microwave ablation, are under investigation to treat atrial fibrillation during open heart surgery.
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