Abstract:BackgroundAtrial fibrillation frequently affects patients with valvular heart disease.
Ablation of atrial fibrillation during valvular surgery is an alternative
for restoring sinus rhythm.ObjectivesThis study aimed to evaluate mid-term results of successful atrial
fibrillation surgical ablation during valvular heart disease surgery, to
explore left atrium post-ablation mechanics and to identify predictors of
recurrence.MethodsFifty-three consecutive candidates were included. Eligibility criteria for
ablation i… Show more
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