| Pulmonary vein stenosis complicating ablation for atrial fibrillation: clinical spectrum and interventional considerations. | |
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PMID: 19463436 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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Ablation procedures for atrial fibrillation are being performed with increasing frequency. One of the most serious complications is the development of pulmonary vein stenosis, which occurs in 1% to 3% of current series. The presentation of pulmonary vein stenosis varies widely. The majority of patients are symptomatic although specific referral bias patterns can affect this. Symptoms may include dyspnea or hemoptysis or may be consistent with bronchitis. These symptoms are affected by the number of stenotic veins as well as the severity of the stenosis. The more severe the stenosis and the greater number of stenosed veins result in more symptoms. Because of the variability in symptoms, clinicians must have heightened sensitivity to the presence of the condition. Diagnostic tests of value include magnetic resonance angiography and computed tomography. Although echocardiography has been used, it does not usually provide adequate assessment. Progression of stenosis is unpredictable and may be rapid. The specific anatomy of the stenosis varies widely and affects management. Because of the presence of antral fusion of the origin of the left superior and left inferior pulmonary vein, a stenosis involving 1 or the other can impinge and affect outcome. In this setting, bifurcation techniques familiar to interventional cardiology are very helpful. Controversy currently exists about the optimal treatment approach. The use of balloons and larger stents (approximately 10 mm) results in more optimal results than just balloon angioplasty alone; however, even with stent implantation, recurrent restenosis may occur in 30% to 50% of patients. Follow-up of these patients typically involves computed tomography imaging to document restenosis. If significant restenosis is identified, it should be treated promptly because of the potential for progression to total occlusion. |
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Authors:
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David R Holmes; Kristi H Monahan; Douglas Packer |
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Publication Detail:
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Type: Journal Article; Review |
Journal Detail:
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Title: JACC. Cardiovascular interventions Volume: 2 ISSN: 1876-7605 ISO Abbreviation: JACC Cardiovasc Interv Publication Date: 2009 Apr |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2009-05-25 Completed Date: 2009-08-03 Revised Date: 2012-08-29 |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 101467004 Medline TA: JACC Cardiovasc Interv Country: United States |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 267-76 Citation Subset: IM |
Affiliation:
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Department of Cardiovascular Diseases and Internal Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota 55905, USA. holmes.david@mayo.edu |
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Angioplasty, Balloon
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instrumentation Atrial Fibrillation / surgery* Catheter Ablation / adverse effects* Constriction, Pathologic Echocardiography, Doppler, Color Humans Magnetic Resonance Angiography Phlebography / methods Pulmonary Veins* / pathology Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease / diagnosis, etiology*, therapy Recurrence Severity of Illness Index Stents Tomography, X-Ray Computed Treatment Outcome |
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