Background Left atrial–esophageal fistulas (LAEFs) are serious complications with high
mortality after atrial fibrillation radiofrequency ablation (AFRA). Decreasing the incidence of …

Objectives: This study sought to assess the incidence, operator demographics, clinical
characteristics, procedural factors, and prognosis of esophageal perforation and fistula after …

Introduction: Although rare, the atrioesophageal fistula is one of the most feared
complications in radiofrequency catheter ablation of atrial fibrillation due to the high risk of …

Background Catheter-directed ablation is a beneficial treatment in selected patients with
symptomatic atrial fibrillation refractory to pharmacologic therapy. Although generally well …

Catheter ablation with radiofrequency (RF) energy or cryoenergy is a well-established
therapeutic method for symptomatic atrial fibrillation (AF), especially in its paroxysmal form …

A number of complications have been associated with ablation of atrial fibrillation (AF),
including arterial thrombo-embolism, pulmonary vein stenosis, phrenic nerve injury, and …

Introduction: Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is an effective treatment modality for atrial
fibrillation (AF); however, serious complications can occur. We present the case of a highly …

Background Catheter ablation is a common treatment for atrial fibrillation (AF). Atrial–
oesophageal fistula (AOF) is a rare yet fatal complication of catheter ablation. Chest …

Esophageal fistula is a rare but devastating complication that may occur after catheter
ablation of atrial fibrillation. 1 The mechanism of esophageal injury is not known. Potential …

INTRODUCTION: Increased utilization of cardiac radiofrequency catheter ablation for the
treatment of refractory atrial fibrillation has resulted in an increased prevalence of …