“In this population-based study using a TTE design, early catheter ablation in high-risk patients with newly diagnosed AF was associated with a lower risk of MACE and heart failure. These findings ...
SAN FRANCISCO, CA—Among patients with atrial fibrillation (AF), the long-term risk of dementia is lower among those who undergo catheter ablation rather than receiving antiarrhythmic drugs (AADs) ...
Integration of pre- and postablation B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP) levels in patients with persistent atrial fibrillation (AF) facilitated risk stratification for major adverse cardiovascular ...
“Since its launch over 20 years ago, we have constantly listened to our customers’ feedback, which has driven continuous design improvements for NovaSure,” said Jan Verstreken, Group President, ...
Catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation (AF) has become a common procedure worldwide. An expert consensus statement on catheter ablation for AF recommends the continuation of oral anticoagulants ...
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Ablation reduces stroke risk for atrial fibrillation and may remove need for some types of blood thinners
A minimally invasive heart procedure to correct irregular heart rhythms called catheter ablation may reduce the risk of stroke enough that some patients can discontinue blood thinners, according to a ...
Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is a minimally invasive procedure that uses high energy radio to shrink precancerous cells. It’s also used for chronic pain, irregular heartbeat, and venous insufficiency ...
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