Abstract:Background:The efficiency of maze is a safe procedure in AF patients who underwent concomitant mitral valve surgery was more than 60%. The aim of this study was to define predictors of early AF recurrence after concomitant maze procedure with valvular surgery. Methods: In this retrospective study, 234 patients with AF underwent concomitant valvular replacement and maze procedure. Patients were classified into 2 groups of sinus and atrial fibrillation (AF). Baseline characteristics of patients were then compare… Show more
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