Atrial Fibrillation Ablation: The State of the Art Based on the Venicechart International Consensus Document

By Andrea Natale and Antonio Raviele

Book Overview

In recent years, catheter ablation of atrial fibrillation has become a widespread treatment modality in electrophysiology laboratories all over the world. Nevertheless, many aspects of the therapy are controversial. Developed by world-renowned experts in the field, this book presents a comprehensive and up-to date overview of all the most important and debated aspects of atrial fibrillation ablation, including: * Ablation techniques and technologies * Procedural endpoints * Patient management pre-, peri- and post-ablation * Anticoagulation issues * Prevention and treatment of complications * Definition of success and long-term results The text expands upon the content of the VeniceChart international consensus document on atrial fibrillation ablation and is enriched by several explanatory figures and tables. It provides a highly valuable source of information not only for researchers and specialists in electrophysiology, but also for general cardiologists, internists, fellows in cardiology and medical students.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1405180382
• ISBN13: 9781405180382
• Release Date: October 2007
• Publisher: Blackwell Pub
• Length: 82 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.3" x 6.0"