A meta-analysis of these trials confirmed the efficacy of ablation in reducing the burden of recurrent atrial arrhythmias as a second-line therapy, with a 63% reduction in the risk of recurrence compared to drug therapy (risk ratio 0.37; 95% confidence interval [CI] 0.29–0.48; P < . 00001).
Read moreCan atrial fibrillation come back after an ablation?
Although most arrhythmia recurrences typically occur in the first 6 months to 1 year after ablation ,5–7 AF recurrences, after initially achieving long-term success, have been reported.
Read moreWill an ablation cure atrial flutter?
This type of atrial flutter can be cured with a short outpatient catheter ablation procedure . Atypical atrial flutter refers to atrial flutter arising in the left atrium. Most types of atypical atrial flutter can also be treated with catheter ablation, but the procedure is longer and more involved.
Read moreWhat is the success rate for ablation of atrial flutter?
If it does not, you may need a second catheter ablation procedure to eliminate the flutter. In these cases, the overall success rate is approximately 75-85 percent .
Read moreHow serious is heart ablation surgery?
In general, cardiac (heart) catheter ablation is a minimally invasive procedure and risks and complications are rare . Catheter ablation may require an overnight stay in the hospital though most patients can return home the same day as the procedure.
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