Left Atrial Appendage Fibrosis and 3-Year Clinical Outcomes in Atrial Fibrillation After Endoscopic Ablation: A Histologic Analysis

ConclusionsAtrial fibrosis in NVAF is not only associated with left atrial diameter and duration of atrial fibrillation but also with recurrence after ablation. Atrial fibrosis may be a future therapeutic target for reduction of recurrence after endoscopic ablation.
Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery - Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research