Defining the Blanking Period, Using Continuous ECG Monitoring, Following Cryoballoon Pulmonary Vein Isolation

Pulmonary vein isolation (PVI) is the cornerstone of atrial fibrillation (AF) ablation. A blanking period (BP) of 3 months is used in clinical trials and practice. However, the optimal BP duration following PVI remains undefined.

Source: Heart Rhythm - February 10, 2024 Category: Cardiology Authors: Dan L. Musat, Nicolle S. Milstein, Matthew Saberito, Advay Bhatt, Mohammadali Habibi, Tina C. Sichrovsky, Mark W. Preminger, Richard E. Shaw, Suneet Mittal Source Type: research