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Transient sinoatrial node dysfunction after pulsed-field pulmonary vein ablation: an image case report
Enyuan Zhang1,2, Le He2, Henan Zhang2
1Department of Graduate School of Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, China.
Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine
|February 16, 2026
Summary
Pulmonary vein pulsed-field ablation (PFA) is generally safe for atrial fibrillation (AF). However, this case report details transient sinoatrial node dysfunction, a rare complication associated with PFA catheter use.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Electrophysiology
- Medical Devices
Background:
- Pulmonary vein pulsed-field ablation (PFA) is a recognized treatment for atrial fibrillation (AF).
- Sinoatrial disturbances are infrequent complications of PFA procedures.
- The safety profile of PFA, particularly with specific catheter designs, requires ongoing evaluation.

