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Cardioneuroablation offers a new treatment for young patients experiencing severe neurally-mediated syncope. This procedure effectively resolved syncope and related heart rhythm issues in two studied cases.

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  • Cardiology
  • Electrophysiology
  • Medical Devices

Background:

  • Neurally-mediated syncope (NMS) can severely impact young individuals.
  • Recurrent syncope with asystole and atrioventricular block presents significant challenges.
  • Existing treatments may not always be effective for severe NMS.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present cardioneuroablation as a therapeutic option for severe NMS in young patients.
  • To illustrate the procedural application of cardioneuroablation.
  • To report outcomes in patients treated with cardioneuroablation.

Main Methods:

  • Cardioneuroablation procedure performed in two young patients.
  • Patients experienced recurrent NMS with asystole and functional AV block.
  • Image documentation of the procedures.

Main Results:

  • Successful application of cardioneuroablation in both patients.
  • Resolution of syncope episodes post-procedure.
  • Absence of syncope during follow-up periods.

Conclusions:

  • Cardioneuroablation is a viable treatment for severe neurally-mediated syncope in young patients.
  • The procedure effectively addresses associated cardiac arrhythmias like asystole and AV block.
  • Positive outcomes suggest potential for widespread adoption of this therapy.