The Impact of Diastolic Dysfunction on the Atrial Substrate Properties and Outcome of Catheter Ablation in Patients With Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation

Diastolic Echocardiographic Parameters in Predicting Outcome of Radiofrequency Catheter Ablation of Atrial Fibrillation

“…Unlike many other diastolic measurements, which are affected by AF, the E/e' ratio can be measured also during AF [22]. In keeping with our data, results of some previous studies indicate that diastolic dysfunction or heart failure predicts AF recurrence after ablation [23][24][25][26]. It has been shown that LV diastolic dysfunction may promote AF [27].…”

Short-term effects of transcatheter aortic valve implantation on left atrial appendage function

“…Hence, it is affected directly by end-diastolic pressure and diastolic functions of the LV. The LA is also affected directly by compliance and pressure of the LV because it functions as a pump of the LV at the end of diastole [25][26][27]. In our study, the E/E m was decreased in the post-procedural period.…”

“…Moreover, the functions of LA booster-pump were found to be related to symptoms of severe AS in patients with preserved LVEF [22]. Although the velocities of the E/E m and E m have a close relationship with systolic function, recent studies reported that this parameter reflected the functions of the LAA, independent of the LVEF [23][24][25].…”

Cost Effectiveness of Radiofrequency Catheter Ablation vs. Medical Treatment for Atrial Fibrillation in Japan - Cost Performance for Atrial Fibrillation -

“…13 However, considering yearly advances in the methodology and devices for RF, the current maintenance of sinus rhythm may lead to a radical cure of AF with new RF techniques in the future. Especially in younger patients, therefore, if the duration of warfarin therapy and the effect of AF on cardiac function over time are taken into consideration, the maintenance of sinus rhythm is the first option even if they have no subjective symptoms.…”