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Solving the problem of durable pulmonary vein isolation by targeted pulmonary vein sleeve “ablation” with pulsed fields

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Electrical silencing of PVs is the bedrock of atrial fibrillation (AF) ablation and is currently achieved using a technique widely referred to as PV isolation (PVI). This represents the culmination of several strategies that aim to achieve a balance between efficacy and safety. Thermal ablation within the PVs was initially used to target PV triggers, however this was limited by poor efficacy and PV stenosis.1,2 This led to the adoption of segmental ostial ablation, allowing operators to avoid ablation deep within the PVs.

Source: Heart Rhythm O2

DOI: 10.1016/j.hroo.2025.05.010

Authors: Jacob S. Koruth, Moritz Nies

Institutions: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf

Language: English

Topic: Atrial Fibrillation Management and Outcomes

Subfield: Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,150