Surgical treatment of atrial fibrillation: cutting through the edges
Rev. bras. cir. cardiovasc
; 35(3): 375-386, May-June 2020. tab
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in English
| LILACS, Sec. Est. Saúde SP
| ID: biblio-1137267
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ABSTRACT
Abstract Medical management of atrial fibrillation can be complex, challenging and requiring time to prove its effectiveness; furthermore, the response can be refractory and inconsistent if the underlying pathology is not permanently addressed. Surgical ablation has become a key intervention, and since its first intervention in 1987 (the Cox-maze procedure), the technique has evolved from a conventional open method to a minimally invasive technique whilst retaining excellent outcomes. Furthermore, recent advances in the use of a hybrid approach have been established as satisfactory approach in managing atrial fibrillation with satisfactory outcomes. This literature review focuses on the evidence behind the surgical success in managing atrial fibrillation throughout the past, present and the future of these surgical interventions.
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National databases
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Brazil
Database:
LILACS
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Sec. Est. Saúde SP
Main subject:
Atrial Fibrillation
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Catheter Ablation
Limits:
Humans
Language:
English
Journal:
Rev. bras. cir. cardiovasc
Year:
2020
Document type:
Article
Institution/Affiliation country:
Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital/GB
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University of Hong Kong/HK
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University of Liverpool/GB