Galectin-3 in patients undergoing ablation of atrial fibrillation

Conclusions Persistent type of atrial fibrillation is an independent predictor of higher Galectin-3 concentration. This biomarker of fibrosis may be implied in the mechanisms of atrial remodeling and maintenance of atrial fibrillation, and thus be helpful for the design of therapeutic strategy in patients with atrial fibrillation.
Source: IJC Metabolic and Endocrine - Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research