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Atrial Fibrillation Stroke Risk Decreases from Radiofrequency (RF) Catheter Ablation

By Mellanie True Hills
Created 04/27/2011 - 06:19

A study presented at the recent American College of Cardiology Scientific Sessions by Dr. Matthew Reynolds of the Harvard Clinical Research Institute showed that having a radiofrequency (RF) catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation could reduce the risk of stroke by 40% compared to those who did not have an ablation.

To learn more, see: Radiofrequency Catheter Ablation May Decrease Atrial Fibrillation Stroke Risk and Heart-Failure Events
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