Deep Sedation for Catheter Ablation of Atrial Fibrillation: A Prospective Study in 650 Consecutive Patients

Deep Sedation for Catheter Ablation of AF. Introduction: Catheter ablation of atrial fibrillation (AF) is a highly invasive and relatively long‐lasting procedure with specific requirements for patient sedation. The feasibility and safety of deep sedation is described in a prospective study of 650 consecutive patients.

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