Sex ‐based Differences in Procedural Complications associated with Atrial Fibrillation Catheter Ablation: a Systematic Review and Meta‐analysis

ConclusionWomen experience significantly higher rates of AFCA complications. However, the incidence of major procedural complications is very low in both sexes. The higher rate of complications in women may be partially attributable to older age and a higher prevalence of comorbidities at the time of ablation. More detailed studies are needed to better define the mechanisms of increased risk in women and to identify strategies for closing the sex gap.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.

Source: Journal of Cardiovascular Electrophysiology - September 22, 2020 Category: Cardiology Authors: Martin Luther Campbell, John Larson, Talha Farid, Stacy Westerman, Michael S. Lloyd, Anand D. Shah, Angel R. Leon, Mikhael F. El ‐Chami, Faisal M. Merchant Tags: ORIGINAL ‐ ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY Source Type: research