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Sex differences in atrial myocardial fibrosis and degeneration: evaluation using left atrial low-voltage areas during catheter ablation of atrial fibrillation

2023-02-21 cardiovascular medicine Title + abstract only
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BackgroundAtrial myocardial degeneration predisposes to atrial fibrillation (AF), ischemic stroke, and heart failure. Studies suggest the presence of sex differences in atrial myocardial degeneration. This study aimed to delineate sex differences in the prevalence, predictors, and prognostic impact of left atrial low-voltage areas (LVAs). MethodsThis observational study included 1,488 consecutive patients undergoing initial ablation for AF. Voltage mapping was performed after pulmonary vein iso...

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