Increased Intensity of Anticoagulation May Reduce Risk of Thrombus During Atrial Fibrillation Ablation Procedures in Patients with Spontaneous Echo Contrast

Abstract

ICE-diagnosed SEC before transseptal catheterization identifies an increased risk of LA thrombus. Increased intensity of heparin anticoagulation (ACT >300 seconds) during LA ablation for AF may prevent LA thrombus formation especially in patients with SEC.

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