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Radiofrequency ablation-induced esophageal perforation.

Fay Mitchell-Brown1, Mandy McPherrin.   

Abstract

Esophageal perforation (EP) can be a complication of radiofrequency ablation, a standard treatment for certain patients with drug-refractory atrial fibrillation. This article discusses the etiology, clinical manifestations, and diagnosis of EP, as well as nursing care for patients with EP.

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Year:  2018        PMID: 30256293     DOI: 10.1097/01.NURSE.0000545019.91166.17

Source DB:  PubMed          Journal:  Nursing        ISSN: 0360-4039


  2 in total

1.  Esophagopericardial Fistula and Pneumopericardium as a Complication of Pulmonary Vein Isolation in a 62-Year-Old Man with Atrial Fibrillation: A Case Report.

Authors:  Ndausung Udongwo; Dhaval Desai; Ann Kozlik; Justin Ilagan; Saira Chaughtai; Eran S Zacks
Journal:  Am J Case Rep       Date:  2022-07-13

2.  Esophageal Perforation Following Radiofrequency Catheter Ablation for Atrial Fibrillation: A Conservative Approach.

Authors:  Timothy Richard Maher; João Vítor Ternes Rech; Caique Martins Pereira Ternes; Alexander Dal Forno; André D'Avila
Journal:  J Innov Card Rhythm Manag       Date:  2022-09-15
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