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[Thrombus visualisation during radiofrequency catheter ablation. A case report].
Aleksander Maciag1, Hanna Szwed, Mariusz Pytkowski
1Klinika Choroby Wieńcowej, Instytut Kardiologii, Warszawa. maciag_0@poczta.onet.pl
Kardiologia Polska
|November 8, 2005
Summary
Radiofrequency catheter ablation can cause thrombus formation, detected by echocardiography. Intravenous heparin effectively resolved thrombus in two patients, highlighting echocardiography
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Medical Imaging
- Interventional Procedures
Background:
- Radiofrequency catheter ablation is a common procedure for treating cardiac arrhythmias.
- Thrombus formation is a potential complication during such procedures.
Observation:
- Two patients undergoing radiofrequency catheter ablation developed thrombus.
- Echocardiography was used to detect the thrombus formation.
- Transesophageal and intracardiac echocardiography were employed.
Findings:
- Intravenous heparin administration led to the resolution of thrombus in both reported cases.
- Echocardiography proved effective in identifying the complication.
Implications:
- Echocardiography is a valuable tool for managing thrombus formation during radiofrequency ablation.
- Heparin therapy demonstrates efficacy in treating this procedural complication.
- Further research into optimizing safety during catheter ablation procedures is warranted.