The Role of Fibroblasts in Complex Fractionated Electrograms During Persistent/Permanent Atrial Fibrillation

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Authors

Takashi Ashihara · National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center

Ryo Haraguchi · Himeji Dokkyo University

Kazuo Nakazawa · Himeji Dokkyo University

Tsunetoyo Namba · Toho University

Takanori Ikeda · Toho University

Yuko Nakazawa · Himeji Dokkyo University

Tomoya Ozawa ·

Abstract

Fibroblast proliferation in atria might be responsible for the genesis of CFAEs during persistent/permanent AF. Our findings could contribute to better understanding of the mechanisms underlying CFAE-targeted AF ablation.

Topics & Keywords

Atrial Fibrillation Management and Outcomes Cardiac electrophysiology and arrhythmias Cardiac Arrhythmias and Treatments

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Circulation Research

Volume 110, Issue 2, pp. 275-284

DOI: 10.1161/circresaha.111.255026

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