Catheter ablation has emerged as an effective treatment for atrial fibrillation (AF). Atrial
esophageal fistula (AEF) is a rare, but feared complication. With increasing utilization of …

Abstract Purpose of Review Atrioesophageal fistula (AEF) is a rare yet catastrophic
complication of atrial fibrillation (AF) ablation. Limited data exists on measures to prevent …

Abstract Purpose of Review Atrioesophageal fistula (AEF) is one of the most dreaded
complications of atrial fibrillation (AFib) catheter ablation (CA) associated with high morbidity …

Esophageal perforation is a dreaded complication of atrial fibrillation ablation that occurs in
0.1% to 0.25% of atrial fibrillation ablation procedures. Delayed diagnosis is associated with …

The purpose of this review is to understand the epidemiology, clinical features,
etiopathogenesis, and management of atrioesophageal fistula (AEF) after atrial fibrillation …

Atrioesophageal fistula (AEF) is an uncommon but devastating complication of catheter
ablation for atrial fibrillation. Even with appropriate recognition and treatment, mortality is …

Abstract Purpose of Review Catheter ablation has become a cornerstone of therapy in the
management of patients with atrial fibrillation (AF). Thermal energy generated in the left …

Over the past decade, catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation has emerged as an important
rhythm control strategy. One of the most dreaded complications of this procedure is atrio …

Background Despite improvement in catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation (AF), ability to
recognize and prevent esophageal injury remains challenging. We hypothesized that …

Atrioesophageal fistula (AEF) after atrial fibrillation ablation is the most serious and feared
complication. AEF is difficult to diagnose, and delays in diagnosis are common. Highly …