Anatomical dilatation of the superior vena cava associated with an arrhythmogenic response induced by SVC scan pacing after atrial fibrillation ablation

Conclusion Dilatation of SVC was associated with an arrhythmogenic response, and the AF recurrence rate was significantly higher in patients with large SVC-area. Adjunctive catheter intervention for the SVC might be indicated in patients with a dilated SVC and an arrhythmogenic response.

Source: Journal of Arrhythmia - October 26, 2016 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research