This completely revised second edition provides a comprehensive descri ption of the most up-to-date developments in radiofrequency catheter a blation of arrhythmias, from basic concepts to clinical applications. Fully two-thirds of the chapters are new for this edition, with the re mainder having been extensively updated and rewritten. Part 1 is devo ted to the fundamental principles of radiofrequency ablation. Emphasis is placed on establishing a solid knowledge base through which new te chniques and applications can be absorbed quickly and intelligently. P arts 2-6 provide a systematic...

Focusing on anatomy and procedural strategy for atrial fibrillation and ventricular tachycardia, this atlas uses pictures and schematic diagrams to show how to use intracardiac echo (ICE) to assess anatomy, guide ablation, and prevent complications during interventional procedures, pulmonary vein stenosis, and embolic events. The authors review the state of the art and background support in the use of ICE in interventional electrophysiology procedures and the anatomy of both the atrial and ventricular chambers. They discuss innovative indications in the EP laboratory, future technologies such...