Complex Fractionated Electrogram Distribution and Temporal Stability in Patients Undergoing Atrial Fibrillation Ablation

Background: Targeting of complex fractionated electrograms (CFEs) has been described as an approach for catheter ablation of atrial fibrillation (AF); however, the distribution and temporal stability of CFE regions remain poorly defined.

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