Incidence and Factors Associated With the Occurrence of Pulmonary Vein Narrowing After Cryoballoon Ablation [Original Articles]

Conclusions— A reduction of the PVD was often observed after cryoballoon ablation for atrial fibrillation. A larger PV ostium and lower minimum freezing temperature during cryoballoon ablation were associated with an increased risk of PVD reduction.

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Source: Circulation: Arrhythmia and Electrophysiology - June 19, 2017 Category: Cardiology Authors: Narui, R., Tokuda, M., Matsushima, M., Isogai, R., Tokutake, K., Yokoyama, K., Hioki, M., Ito, K., Tanigawa, S.-i., Yamashita, S., Inada, K., Shibayama, K., Matsuo, S., Miyanaga, S., Sugimoto, K., Yoshimura, M., Yamane, T. Tags: Catheter Ablation and Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator Original Articles Source Type: research