The Cutting Edge of Atrial Fibrillation Ablation
Maya Verma, María Terricabras, Atul Verma
Abstract
This article describes the advances in catheter ablation for AF that have allowed the creation of more durable and efficient lesions. It describes advances in high-power, short-duration radiofrequency ablation, radiofrequency balloon devices, ultra-low cryoablation and irreversible electroporation. It also considers the way these devices may change the way catheter ablation is performed for AF.
Topics & Concepts
CryoablationAblationAtrial fibrillationCatheter ablationMedicineCatheterCardiologyBalloonRadiofrequency ablationInternal medicineBiomedical engineeringSurgeryAtrial Fibrillation Management and OutcomesCardiac Arrhythmias and TreatmentsCardiac electrophysiology and arrhythmias