Prevention of esophageal lesions during atrial fibrillation catheter ablation using esophageal temperature monitoring: A systematic review and meta ‐analysis

ConclusionsThe use of ETM does not reduce the incidence of EDELs during RF AF ablation. The higher energy delivered on the posterior wall is likely attributable to a false sense of safety that may explain the lack of benefit of ETM. Further randomized controlled trials are needed to provide conclusive results.

Source: Pacing and Clinical Electrophysiology : PACE - April 2, 2024 Category: Cardiology Authors: Adil Salihu, Henri Lu, Niccolo Maurizi, Georgios Tzimas, Claudia Herrera Siklody, Mathieu Le Bloa, Giulia Domenichini, Cheryl Teres, Sarah Hugelshofer, Pierre Monney, Etienne Pruvot, Olivier Muller, Panagiotis Antiochos, Patrizio Pascale Tags: ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY Source Type: research