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Deep Sedation for Catheter Ablation of Atrial Fibrillation: A Prospective Study in 650 Consecutive Patients

Hans Kottkamp, Gerhard Hindricks, Charlotte Eitel, K.-M. Müller, ANGELA SIEDZIAKO, Julia Koch, Maria Anastasiou‐Nana, Christos Varounis, Arash Arya, Philipp Sommer,

Journal of Cardiovascular Electrophysiology · 2011 · 103 citations · 16 references

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Abstract

Deep sedation for catheter ablation of AF is feasible and safe. Especially, the goal of keeping the patient in deep sedation while maintaining spontaneous ventilation and cardiovascular hemodynamic stability was accomplished. Endotracheal intubation or consultation of an anesthesiologist was not necessary in any patient.

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Anesthesiology · 2002 · 1.9K citations · Full text

Complications of Atrial Fibrillation Ablation in a High‐Volume Center in 1,000 Procedures: Still Cause for Concern?

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