A novel three-catheter radiofrequency ablation system has been reported to reduce procedure time, but maintain ablation success rates, in patients with persistent atrial fibrillation. The findings are promising; however, important limitations and concerns must be overcome before use of this system can be considered the standard-of-care for catheter treatment of persistent atrial fibrillation.
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The author declares that he is a consultant for Biosense Webster, Endosense and St Jude Medical. He also declares that he has received grant/research support from Atritech, Biosense Webster, CardioFocus, Endosense, Hansen Medical, Stereotaxis and St Jude Medical.
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Reddy, V. Beyond PV isolation for ablation of persistent AF. Nat Rev Cardiol 7, 121–122 (2010). https://doi.org/10.1038/nrcardio.2010.11
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