What Drives Patient Selection for Afib Ablation - 2021 Quality Summit presentation (Non-CE)-What Drives Patient Selection for Afib Ablation

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In this video, Dr. Emily Zeitler discusses patient selection and peri-procedural management for atrial fibrillation (AFib) ablation procedures. She emphasizes the importance of restoring and maintaining sinus rhythm for AFib patients, as the condition can have a significant impact on quality of life. Dr. Zeitler explains that various tools, including cardioversion, antiarrhythmic drugs, and ablation procedures, can be used to achieve rhythm control. She also highlights the role of risk factor management in preventing and managing AFib, focusing on factors such as obesity and sleep apnea. Dr. Zeitler discusses the benefits of ablation for AFib patients with heart failure, as studies have shown improvements in left ventricular ejection fraction and clinical outcomes. She also touches on the future of patient selection, particularly for patients with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction and the potential role of new technologies. Overall, the video provides valuable insights into patient selection and peri-procedural management for AFib ablation procedures. The video does not specify any credits granted.

Keywords

patient selection

peri-procedural management

atrial fibrillation

AFib ablation procedures

sinus rhythm

rhythm control

risk factor management

heart failure

left ventricular ejection fraction