Repeat catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation

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Catheter ablation of atrial fibrillation (AF) is an established therapy that reduces AF burden, improves quality of life, and reduces the risks of cardiovascular outcomes. Although there are clear guidelines for the application of de novo catheter ablation, there is less evidence to guide recommendations for repeat catheter ablation in patients who experience recurrent AF. In this review, we examine the rationale for repeat ablation, mechanisms of recurrence, patient selection, optimal timing, and procedural strategies. We discuss additional important considerations, including treatment of comorbidities and risk factors, risk of complications, and effectiveness. Mechanisms of recurrent AF are often due to non-pulmonary vein (non-PV) triggers; however, there is insufficient evidence supporting the routine use of empiric lesion sets during repeat ablation. The emergence of pulsed field ablation may alter the safety and effectiveness of de novo and repeat ablation. Extrapolation of data from randomized trials of de novo ablation does not optimally inform efficacy in cases of redo ablation. Additional large, randomized controlled trials are needed to address important clinical questions regarding procedural strategies and timing of repeat ablation.

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E-Artikel

Erscheinungsjahr:

2024

Erschienen:

2024

Enthalten in:

Zur Gesamtaufnahme - volume:21

Enthalten in:

Heart rhythm - 21(2024), 4 vom: 01. Apr., Seite 471-483

Sprache:

Englisch

Beteiligte Personen:

Brahier, Mark S [VerfasserIn]
Friedman, Daniel J [VerfasserIn]
Bahnson, Tristram D [VerfasserIn]
Piccini, Jonathan P [VerfasserIn]

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Themen:

Atrial fibrillation
Journal Article
Mechanism of recurrence
Non-pulmonary vein triggers
Procedural strategies
Repeat catheter ablation
Review

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Date Completed 01.04.2024

Date Revised 01.04.2024

published: Print-Electronic

Citation Status MEDLINE

doi:

10.1016/j.hrthm.2023.12.003

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PPN (Katalog-ID):

NLM36592198X