Ghannam M, Oral H. Mapping and Imaging in Non-paroxysmal AF.
Arrhythm Electrophysiol Rev 2019;
8:202-209. [PMID:
31463058 PMCID:
PMC6702463 DOI:
10.15420/aer.2019.18.1]
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Abstract
Despite intense research efforts, maintenance of sinus rhythm in patients with non-paroxysmal AF remains challenging with suboptimal outcomes. A major limitation to the success of current ablation-based treatments is that our understanding of AF pathophysiology is incomplete. Advances in imaging and mapping tools have been reported to improve ablation outcomes. However, the role of these new approaches on the clinical care of patients with AF remains to be validated and better understood before wide adoption can occur. This article reviews the current techniques of imaging and mapping that can be applied in the management of patients with non-paroxysmal AF with a focus on their relevance to catheter ablation. Future applications and opportunities for new knowledge are also discussed.
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