Key result
Aspiration thrombectomy successfully resolves LAD coronary embolism occurring during left atrial ablation.
Why the study?
Thromboembolism causing acute myocardial infarction during left atrial ablation for atrial fibrillation is a rare but serious complication requiring effective management.
Case Report (n=1)
This case highlights a rare manifestation of thromboembolism during left atrial ablation for atrial fibrillation and its successful treatment by aspiration thrombectomy.
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Rare coronary embolization during AF ablation warrants vigilance; leaves open optimal prevention strategies.
Kirubakaran et al. (2012) conducted a case report in Persistent atrial fibrillation (n=1). Left atrial ablation was evaluated. A 49-year-old man developed a coronary embolus to the left anterior descending artery during left atrial ablation for persistent atrial fibrillation, which was successfully treated by thrombectomy.
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