Lessons Learned From Recent Randomized Clinical Trials of Catheter Ablation-Lessons Learned From Recent Randomized Clinical Trials of Catheter Ablation

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The session is a detailed review of recent randomized clinical trials focused on catheter ablation and left atrial appendage closure for managing cardiac arrhythmias. Dr. John Sapp discussed the VANISH II trial, which highlighted the efficacy of catheter ablation over antiarrhythmic drugs for ventricular tachycardia post-myocardial infarction. Catheter ablation showed a reduction in shocks and atrial arrhythmias but was primarily beneficial when drugs failed.<br /><br />Dr. Xiang presented the PROMPT-AF trial, comparing enhanced pulmonary vein isolation and linear ablation versus pulmonary vein isolation alone for persistent atrial fibrillation. It revealed that linear ablation improved rhythm control, though challenges remained in achieving durable lesions.<br /><br />Dr. Usama Wazni discussed the OPTION trial, comparing left atrial appendage closure using the WATCHMAN device against anticoagulation post-ablation in atrial fibrillation patients. The closure was associated with non-inferior efficacy and superior safety in reducing bleeding risk over three years, presenting a viable strategy for stroke prevention without long-term anticoagulation.<br /><br />Dr. Mina Chung reviewed the TRMM-AF trial, exploring the effects of metformin and lifestyle risk factor modification on AF burden. Results indicated metformin was less effective, while lifestyle modifications improved symptoms but did not significantly reduce AF burden compared to standard care, underscoring the complexity of managing AF through lifestyle changes alone.

Keywords

catheter ablation

left atrial appendage closure

cardiac arrhythmias

VANISH II trial

PROMPT-AF trial

OPTION trial

WATCHMAN device

TRMM-AF trial

lifestyle modifications