Drugs vs. ablation for the treatment of atrial fibrillation: The evidence supporting catheter ablation

Abstract

Treatment strategy for atrial fibrillation (AF) is a controversial matter. Catheter ablation is increasingly being used to treat patients with AF, and recent studies have reported success rates >80 for paroxysmal AF and >70 for persistent AF. The purpose of this work is to review the evidence supporting catheter ablation and compare it with pharmacological treatment in the management of AF. © The Author 2010.