Concurrent application of charge using a novel circuit prevents heat-related coagulum formation during radiofrequency ablation.

Introduction: Thromboembolism resulting from coagulum formation on the catheter and electrode surfaces is a serious complication with radiofrequency ablation procedures for heart rhythm disorders. Why coagulum occurs despite therapeutic heparinization is unclear. In this report, we demonstrate a nov...

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Publicado en:Journal of Cardiovascular Electrophysiology Vol. 19; no. 8; pp. 843 - 851
Autores principales: Lim B, Venkatachalam KL, Jahangir A, Johnson SB, Asirvatham SJ
Formato: pictorial research tables/charts tracings Journal Article
Publicado: Wiley-Blackwell Aug2008
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