Publication: Recent Trends in Imaging for Atrial Fibrillation Ablation
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2010
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Indian Heart Rhythm Society
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Kabra, Rajesh, and Jagmeet Singh. 2010. Recent trends in imaging for atrial fibrillation ablation. Indian Pacing and Electrophysiology Journal 10(5): 215-227.
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Catheter ablation provides an important treatment option for patients with both paroxysmal and persistent atrial fibrillation. It mainly involves pulmonary vein isolation and additional ablations in the left atrium in persistent cases. There have been significant advancements in this procedure to enhance the safety and effectiveness. One of them is the evolution of various imaging modalities to facilitate better visualization of the complex left atrial anatomy and the pulmonary veins in order to deliver the lesions accurately. In this article, we review the electroanatomic mapping systems including the magnetic-based and impedence-based systems. Each of these mapping systems has its own advantages and disadvantages. In addition, we also discuss the role of intracardiac echocardiography and three dimensional rotational angiography in atrial fibrillation ablation.
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atrial fibrillation, catheter ablation, imaging
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