Very-early detection of atrial fibrillation after ablation evaluated by a wearable ECG-patch predicts late blanking period recurrence: Preliminary data from a prospective registry.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Atrial fibrillation (AF) ablation represents a safe and effective procedure to restore sinus rhythm. The idea that post-procedural AF episodes - during the blanking period - are not considered treatment failure has been increasingly challenged. The E-Patch, a single-use adhesive electrode, facilitates extended continuous ECG monitoring for 120 h. This pilot study aims to assess the effectiveness of this ambulatory monitoring device and investigate whether very-early AF recurrence correlates with delayed blanking period ablation outcomes.

Methods

We conducted a single-center, prospective, longitudinal study, including consecutive post-ablation patients monitored with the E-patch. The ability of the device to continuously record was analyzed, as well as the occurr

SUBMITTER: Marques Antunes M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10901076 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature