Cryoballoon ablation for paroxysmal atrial fibrillation in the presence of an Amplatzer Septal Occluder device

Cryoballoon ablation for paroxysmal atrial fibrillation in the presence of an Amplatzer Septal Occluder device

Cryoballoon ablation of the pulmonary veins (CAPV) has been demonstrated to be non-inferior to radiofrequency (RF) ablation for paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (AFib). As CAPV requires a larger transseptal sheath than RF ablation, it can be challenging in the presence of an Amplatzer™ Septal Occluder...

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Veröffentlicht in:Indian pacing and electrophysiology journal 2016-09, Vol.16 (5), p.169-171
Hauptverfasser: Rind, Jubran A., Byl, John L., Samuel, Bennett P., Vettukattil, Joseph J., Chalfoun, Nagib T.
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Sprache:eng
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Atrial fibrillation
Case Report
Cryoballoon ablation
Septal closure device
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Zusammenfassung:Cryoballoon ablation of the pulmonary veins (CAPV) has been demonstrated to be non-inferior to radiofrequency (RF) ablation for paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (AFib). As CAPV requires a larger transseptal sheath than RF ablation, it can be challenging in the presence of an Amplatzer™ Septal Occluder (ASO) device. Real-time three-dimensional transesophageal echocardiography (RT3DTEE) provides enhanced visualization of various complex cardiac defects and has revolutionized interventional procedures by guiding catheter positioning. We describe successful RT3DTEE guided transseptal puncture for CAPV of paroxysmal AFib in the presence of an ASO in a 53-year-old male.
ISSN:0972-6292
0972-6292
DOI:10.1016/j.ipej.2016.11.004