ArticleAnnals of translational medicine2023
Atrial-esophageal fistula after atrial fibrillation ablation: a case report and literature review.
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- Case Report: Fatal atrioesophageal fistula following atrial fibrillation ablation-critical reflections on prevention.Frontiers in cardiovascular medicine · 2025Article
- Subarachnoid hemorrhage as the initial imaging finding of atrial-esophageal Fistula: a case report highlighting diagnostic challenges.Frontiers in cardiovascular medicine · 2025Article
- More attention should be paid to atrial-esophageal fistula, and not all atrial-esophageal fistulas are iatrogenic.Annals of translational medicine · 2023Article
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Abstract
Background: Atrial-esophageal fistula (AEF) is a rare, but high mortality, complication after catheter ablation. At present, there is no standard treatment for AEF. In this article, we introduce the treatment process of a case diagnosed with AEF and review the latest treatment progress of AEF. Case Description: A 65-year-old man, who received catheter ablation 2 weeks prior, presented with fever, chills, and loss of consciousness. Blood cultures grew Conclusions: We have reported the treatment process of one case diagnosed with AEF and reviewed the latest treatment progress. AEF is a rare but lethal complication after catheter ablation. At present, austere challenges exist in the diagnosis and treatment of AEF. Repeat chest and head CT/magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are essential for the identification of abnormal manifestations. In terms of treatment, urgent surgical repair is currently recommended once AEF is diagnosed. More attention should be paid to this complication.
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