Revolutionizing Single Shot Ablation: Affera™ Mapping System with Sphere-360™ Case Presentation and Discussion-Revolutionizing Single Shot Ablation: Affera™ Mapping System with Sphere-360™ Case Presentation and Discussion

Revolutionizing Single Shot Ablation: Affera™ Mapping System with Sphere-360™ Case Presentation and Discussion

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The session, co-chaired by Pierre and Vivek Reddy, focused on the advancements in atrial fibrillation (AF) ablation using single-shot devices. The discussion highlighted the transition from RF ablation to the Pulse Field Ablation (PFA) technology, emphasizing the efficiency and safety of the new Sphere 360 catheter—an innovative tool for performing Pulmonary Vein Isolation (PVI). This device is lauded for its rapid, effective applications, designed with over-the-wire technology and a lattice tip allowing for uniform energy delivery, which results in sharp demarcated lines around the pulmonary veins. The panel included Andreas Metzner and Petr Pejl, who shared insights and experiences from clinical trials, noting the high durability and safety of PFA technology compared to traditional methods. The Sphere 360 has been shown to perform PVI procedures significantly quicker, with satisfactory long-term outcomes. The discussion also touched on the potential for these procedures to be done under conscious sedation rather than general anesthesia, promising greater patient comfort and procedural efficiency. The session concluded with an anticipation for further studies and approval processes in different regions.

Keywords

atrial fibrillation

Pulse Field Ablation

Sphere 360 catheter

Pulmonary Vein Isolation

over-the-wire technology

clinical trials

conscious sedation

patient comfort