The Importance of Early Ablation: An Overview of the Evidence

Explore the role of catheter ablation as an initial therapy for atrial fibrillation in this 59-minute DeBakey Heart & Vascular Center Grand Rounds presentation. Gain insights into why catheter ablation may be considered a first-line treatment option and examine the clinical trial evidence supporting this approach. Delve into the potential outcomes of first-line catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation, including procedural success, recurrence, and complication rates. Learn from Dr. Jason Andrade, Director of the Atrial Fibrillation Clinic, Electrodiagnostics and Cardiac Electrophysiology at Vancouver General Hospital, as he discusses catheter ablation's potential as a disease-modifying intervention for atrial fibrillation.