Publications by authors named "G van Loo"
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- The study investigates the effectiveness and safety of pulsed field ablation (PFA) for treating atrial fibrillation (AF) in Asia, specifically focusing on its use for pulmonary vein isolation (PVI) and optional posterior wall ablation (PWA).
- A total of 101 AF patients were analyzed, revealing a 1-year atrial arrhythmia recurrence rate of 10% for paroxysmal AF and 21% for persistent AF, with no significant differences in efficacy between PVI-only and PVI + PWA approaches.
- The research concludes that PFA is a safe and effective method for AF ablation, with the additional PWA not leading to increased complications while maintaining procedural efficiency.*
Abdominal wall hernia is a common condition seen in the clinical practice of surgery. However, malignant tumors in the hernia sac are rare and there are limited studies on this subject. We report a case of a 77-year-old female who presented with generalized abdominal pain and vomiting.
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- Obesity is a major health issue, and metabolic bariatric surgery (MBS) like Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) is a common treatment for obesity-related type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), despite potential complications.
- A case study of a 52-year-old woman highlights the risks of RYGB, including severe weight loss and electrolyte imbalances, leading to the decision for a complex reversal surgery.
- The reversal of RYGB requires careful patient selection and preoperative management, with a collaborative approach involving various healthcare professionals for optimal outcomes.