Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2874537 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2013 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
The Cox-maze IV procedure is safe and effective in treating recurrent atrial fibrillation regardless of previous catheter ablation history. Surgical management should be considered in patients who have failed catheter ablation for the treatment of their atrial fibrillation.
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Authors
Shoichi MD, Timo MD, Marc R. MD, Richard B. PhD, Laurie A. RN, BSN, Ralph J. MD, Hersh S. MD,