[Epicardial ablation of ventricular tachycardia with cardiac surgery only : Pro/Contra]
Christian Sohns1, Boris Schmidt2
1Medizinische Fakultät OWL (Universität Bielefeld), Klinik für Elektrophysiologie/Rhythmologie, Herz- und Diabeteszentrum NRW, Universitätsklinik der Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Georgstr. 11, 32545, Bad Oeynhausen, Deutschland. csohns@hdz-nrw.de.
Insights
Ventricular arrhythmia (VA) ablation can have rare complications influenced by patient factors and procedure specifics. Complex ablations using epicardial access require specialized centers with cardiac surgery support for optimal patient safety.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Medicine
- Electrophysiology
- Interventional Cardiology
Abstract:
During the ablation of ventricular arrhythmias (VA) complications can occur, albeit rather rarely, and their occurrence depends on various factors. On the one hand the patient's condition and comorbidities play a role, on the other hand the access site and the procedure itself can lead to complications which have to be addressed adequately. This article will discuss whether complex ablations with epicardial access should only be performed at centres with the appropriate expertise and a cardiac surgery department.
