Bronchial Safety After Pulsed Field Ablation for Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation.

Background: Thermal left atrial ablation can cause bronchial damage. Pulsed field ablation (PFA) is a novel, nonthermal ablation modality for paroxysmal atrial fibrillation. We report on bronchial effects after pulmonary vein isolation using PFA for paroxysmal atrial fibrillation.

First experience with pulsed field ablation as routine treatment for paroxysmal atrial fibrillation.

Aims: Catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation (AF) using thermal energy can cause collateral damage. Pulsed field ablation (PFA) is a novel non-thermal energy source. Few small clinical studies have been published.