OP-020 Meta-Analysis of Trials Comparing Cryothermal Energy and Radio Frequency Energy for Ablation of Isthmus Dependent Atrial Flutter
Background
Catheter ablation of isthmus dependent atrial flutter is highly effective to maintain sinus rhythm. Cryothermal or radiofrequency energy can be used for ablation.
Aim
The aim was to perform a meta-analysis of clinical studies comparing cryothermal and radiofrequency energies for isthmus dependent atrial flutter ablation.
Aim
The aim was to perform a meta-analysis of clinical studies comparing cryothermal and radiofrequency energies for isthmus dependent atrial flutter ablation.
Methods
Medline, EMBASE and Cochrane were searched for the topic. Data from 6 randomized clinical trials were included in the analysis. Acute and follow-up procedure related clinical outcomes were defined as percent of patients with bidirectional conduction block, pain perception at procedure, procedural time, and freedom from arrhythmia during a minimum 3-month follow-up.
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Dec 1, 2016 | Posted by drzezo in CARDIOLOGY | Comments Off on OP-020 Meta-Analysis of Trials Comparing Cryothermal Energy and Radio Frequency Energy for Ablation of Isthmus Dependent Atrial Flutter
