Predictors of left atrial volume index reduction following cryoballoon-based pulmonary vein isolation

Conclusion
To the best of our knowledge, this is the largest study in the literature investigating the predictors of LAVIR following AF ablation. According to this data, younger patients without hypertension or moderate MR are most likely to experience LAVIR following ablation.

Source: Europace - March 21, 2016 Category: Cardiology Authors: Yalcin, M. U., Gurses, K. M., Kocyigit, D., Evranos, B., Yorgun, H., Sahiner, L., Kaya, E. B., Oto, M. A., Aytemir, K., Ozer, N. Tags: Ablation for atrial fibrillation Source Type: research