Abstract:Introduction:
Radiofrequency (RFA) and cryoballon ablation are standard approaches for rhythm control of atrial fibrillation. Both strategies involve scar formation of the left atrial tissue. To date there have been no studies using post ablation cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to assess residual fibrosis and scar created by standard radiofrequency and cryoballoon ablation.
Methods:
The current study is a sub analysis of the control group of th… Show more
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