Angkeow P, Calkins H G
The Johns Hopkins Hospital, 600 N. Wolfe Street, Carnegie 592, Baltimore 21287-0409, USA.
Cardiol Rev. 2001 May-Jun;9(3):121-30. doi: 10.1097/00045415-200105000-00004.
Catheter ablation using radiofrequency energy has evolved as a safe and effective means for the treatment of various supraventricular and ventricular arrhythmias. Despite the overall efficacy of radiofrequency catheter ablation, cardiovascular complications can occur in a small number of patients. The purpose of this article is to review the current understanding of the risks and complications that can occur during catheter ablation procedures.
