Factors predicting the progression from paroxysmal to persistent atrial fibrillation despite an index catheter ablation.
Guan-Yi LiAhmed Moustafa ElimamLi-Wei LoYenn Jiang LinShih-Lin ChangYu Feng HuFa Po ChungTze Fan ChaoYenn-Jiang LinChih-Min LiuJo-Nan LiaoAn Khanh-Nu TonDony YugoLinda LinTa-Chuan TuanPei Heng KaoShin-Huei LiuChheng ChhayLing KuoWen-Han ChengWei-Tso ChenShih-Ann ChenPublished in: Journal of cardiovascular electrophysiology (2023)
The progression from PAF to PersAF after catheter ablation is associated with a larger LA diameter, history of thyroid disease, and the presence of non-PV triggers. Meticulous preprocedural evaluation, patient selection, and comprehensive provocation tests during catheter ablation are recommended.