Publications by authors named "Birgitta I Johansson"
Background: To report a long-term single-site experience of the cut-and-sew Cox maze III procedure for atrial fibrillation (AF).
Methods: A total of 232 consecutive patients underwent the Cox maze III procedure for symptomatic therapy-refractory AF, with concomitant surgery in 34 patients. Follow-up data were obtained from electrocardiograms, patient visits, questionnaires, and medical files.
Article Synopsis
- A 61-year-old man underwent cryoablation to treat typical atrial flutter, using an 8-mm catheter to create a conduction block.
- During the procedure, he experienced chest pain and ST segment elevations on the ECG, indicating potential issues with the right coronary artery.
- It’s important to inform patients that while cryoablation may not be painful, they should alert medical staff to any discomfort and that ECG monitoring is critical during the procedure.