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Decoding the evidence: A synopsis of indications and evidence for catheter ablation in atrial fibrillation (Review).

Omar Obeidat, Mohamed F Ismail, Saeed Abughazaleh, Hashim Al-Ani, Mohammad Tarawneh, Laith Alhuneafat, Ali Obeidat, Abedallah Obeidat, Qusai Alqudah, Moh'd Alamin Daise and 5 more

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Review in Medicine international. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

15 authors.

Omar ObeidatGraduate Medical Education Program, College of Medicine, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL 32827, USA.
Mohamed F IsmailGraduate Medical Education Program, College of Medicine, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL 32827, USA.
Saeed AbughazalehSt. Elizabeth's Medical Center, Boston University Teaching Hospital, Brighton, MA 02135, USA.
Hashim Al-AniGraduate Medical Education Program, College of Medicine, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL 32827, USA.
Mohammad TarawnehSt. Elizabeth's Medical Center, Boston University Teaching Hospital, Brighton, MA 02135, USA.
Laith AlhuneafatDivision of Cardiovascular Medicine, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN 55455, USA.
Ali ObeidatDivision of Cardiology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid 22110, Jordan.
Abedallah ObeidatDivision of Cardiology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid 22110, Jordan.
Qusai AlqudahGraduate Medical Education Program, College of Medicine, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL 32827, USA.
Moh'd Alamin DaiseGraduate Medical Education Program, College of Medicine, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL 32827, USA.
Hamza AlzghoulGraduate Medical Education Program, College of Medicine, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL 32827, USA.
Mohammad Al-HammouriDivision of Cardiology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid 22110, Jordan.
Ward AlthunibatGraduate Medical Education Program, College of Medicine, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL 32827, USA.
Ann TongGraduate Medical Education Program, College of Medicine, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL 32827, USA.
Mazahir AlimohamedDepartment of Cardiology, Essentia Health, Duluth, MN 55805, USA.

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

The present study reviews the role of catheter ablation (CA) in the management of atrial fibrillation (AF), a widespread arrhythmia associated with increased morbidity and mortality. The present review explores current indications and recent evidence supporting CA, assessing patient outcomes and identifying common complications associated with the procedure. Emphasis is placed on optimizing risk factors prior to ablation, including weight control and hypertension management, as these measures can significantly enhance post-procedural outcomes. The present review also discusses the use of antiarrhythmic and anticoagulant therapies following CA to minimize recurrence and reduce stroke risk. Additionally, the cost-effectiveness of CA is discussed, comparing its long-term economic impact with that of medical therapy alone. The present comprehensive review provides insight into best practices for AF management, supporting CA as a promising approach when integrated with targeted lifestyle modifications and pharmacological support for improved, patient-centered outcomes.

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ablationatrialcatheterfibrillation

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PMID39563946
PMCPMC11571048

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