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Decoding the evidence: A synopsis of indications and evidence for catheter ablation in atrial fibrillation (Review)

  • Authors:
    • Omar Obeidat
    • Mohamed F. Ismail
    • Saeed Abughazaleh
    • Hashim Al-Ani
    • Mohammad Tarawneh
    • Laith Alhuneafat
    • Ali Obeidat
    • Abedallah Obeidat
    • Qusai Alqudah
    • Moh'd Alamin Daise
    • Hamza Alzghoul
    • Mohammad Al-Hammouri
    • Ward Althunibat
    • Ann Tong
    • Mazahir Alimohamed
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  • Published online on: November 5, 2024     https://doi.org/10.3892/mi.2024.200
  • Article Number: 1
  • Copyright : © Obeidat et al. This is an open access article distributed under the terms of Creative Commons Attribution License [CC BY 4.0].

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Abstract

The present study reviews the role of catheter ablation (CA) in the management of atrial fibrillation (AF), a widespread arrhythmia associated with increased morbidity and mortality. The present review explores current indications and recent evidence supporting CA, assessing patient outcomes and identifying common complications associated with the procedure. Emphasis is placed on optimizing risk factors prior to ablation, including weight control and hypertension management, as these measures can significantly enhance post‑procedural outcomes. The present review also discusses the use of antiarrhythmic and anticoagulant therapies following CA to minimize recurrence and reduce stroke risk. Additionally, the cost‑effectiveness of CA is discussed, comparing its long‑term economic impact with that of medical therapy alone. The present comprehensive review provides insight into best practices for AF management, supporting CA as a promising approach when integrated with targeted lifestyle modifications and pharmacological support for improved, patient‑centered outcomes.
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Obeidat O, Ismail MF, Abughazaleh S, Al-Ani H, Tarawneh M, Alhuneafat L, Obeidat A, Alqudah Q, Daise MA, Alzghoul H, Alzghoul H, et al: Decoding the evidence: A synopsis of indications and evidence for catheter ablation in atrial fibrillation (Review). Med Int 5: 1, 2025.
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Obeidat, O., Ismail, M.F., Abughazaleh, S., Al-Ani, H., Tarawneh, M., Alhuneafat, L. ... Obeidat, A. (2025). Decoding the evidence: A synopsis of indications and evidence for catheter ablation in atrial fibrillation (Review). Medicine International, 5, 1. https://doi.org/10.3892/mi.2024.200
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Obeidat, O., Ismail, M. F., Abughazaleh, S., Al-Ani, H., Tarawneh, M., Alhuneafat, L., Obeidat, A., Alqudah, Q., Daise, M. A., Alzghoul, H., Al-Hammouri, M., Althunibat, W., Tong, A., Alimohamed, M., Obeidat, A."Decoding the evidence: A synopsis of indications and evidence for catheter ablation in atrial fibrillation (Review)". Medicine International 5.1 (2025): 1.
Chicago
Obeidat, O., Ismail, M. F., Abughazaleh, S., Al-Ani, H., Tarawneh, M., Alhuneafat, L., Obeidat, A., Alqudah, Q., Daise, M. A., Alzghoul, H., Al-Hammouri, M., Althunibat, W., Tong, A., Alimohamed, M., Obeidat, A."Decoding the evidence: A synopsis of indications and evidence for catheter ablation in atrial fibrillation (Review)". Medicine International 5, no. 1 (2025): 1. https://doi.org/10.3892/mi.2024.200