Catheter ablation of atrial fibrillation

Czech version

Authors: V. Durdil
Authors‘ workplace: Kardiologická klinika 2. LF UK a FN v Motole, Praha
Published in: Kardiol Rev Int Med 2015, 17(1): 28-31
Category: Cardiology Review

Overview

Catheter ablation of atrial fibrillation is currently the most effective specific antiarrhythmic therapy. The technique of the procedure is steadily developing and its safety and efficacy is growing. The article presents an overview of the basic aspects of catheterization treatment, including the indications, pathophysiology, new technologies and techniques of catheter ablation of atrial fibrillation.

Keywords:
atrial fibrillation – catheter – ablation – history – pathophysiology – technique – complications – indications

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