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FIRE and ICE Strengthens Case for Cryoballoon in Paroxysmal AFSecondary analyses showing fewer rehospitalizations and repeat ablations led the author to proclaim the demise of radiofrequency
ablation for paroxysmal atrial fibrillation. Others aren't so sure.
Medscape Medical News, Jun 10, 2016
Is Epicardial Ablation Curing Patients With Brugada Syndrome?UPDATED // Targeting the arrhythmic substrate with ablation eliminates the phenotypic symptoms of Brugada syndrome, but further
study is needed to determine superiority over standard ICD therapy.
Medscape Medical News, Jun 16, 2016
Substernal Electrode Configuration Feasible for Cardiac Pacing The novel extravascular approach "is likely to be more cost-effective than the alternative approach being worked on of a subcutaneous
ICD communicating with a separately implanted leadless RV pacemaker," the author said.
The Danger of AF Without SymptomsAtrial fibrillation symptoms are bothersome and cause anxiety, but they could be a blessing in disguise. A presentation at
EHRA finds that patients without symptoms fare worse in terms of clinical events.
