Premature Ventricular Contraction Ablation: How Aggressive Should We Be?
Rakesh Latchamsetty1, Frank Bogun
1Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA.
Abstract:
This article explores the prevalence of premature ventricular contractions (PVCs) and their association with underlying heart disease; examines proposed indications for therapy, particularly for catheter ablation; and evaluates the existing data regarding outcomes of ablation in these patients. The aim is to highlight the subset of patients most likely to benefit from catheter ablation targeting PVCs. The article also discusses the implications of symptoms, underlying heart disease, and characteristics of PVCs on clinical management.
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