Assess Differences in Pain Following Cryo and Radiofrequency Atrial Fibrillation Ablation
| Status: | Recruiting |
|---|---|
| Conditions: | Atrial Fibrillation |
| Therapuetic Areas: | Cardiology / Vascular Diseases |
| Healthy: | No |
| Age Range: | 18 - 80 |
| Updated: | 4/17/2018 |
| Start Date: | May 16, 2017 |
| End Date: | June 1, 2019 |
| Contact: | Research Manager |
| Email: | Jennifer.Lehmann@bhcpns.org |
| Phone: | 850-484-6690 |
A Prospective Comparison of Quality of Life Following Atrial Fibrillation Ablation Using the Arctic Front Advance Cryo Balloon Compared to Contact Force Sensing Radiofrequency Catheter Ablation
The primary objective is to assess any differences in patient quality of life between Cryo
Balloon ablation and Radiofrequency ablation in the treatment of atrial fibrillation. The
study will also assess any differences in the amount and duration of pain medication required
after the ablation.
Balloon ablation and Radiofrequency ablation in the treatment of atrial fibrillation. The
study will also assess any differences in the amount and duration of pain medication required
after the ablation.
Currently there are several different accepted techniques for performing ablation of atrial
fibrillation. The two primary techniques currently in use in our center for atrial
fibrillation are Cryo Balloon and Radiofrequency ablation.
Based on personal observation, it is felt that patients undergoing Radiofrequency ablation
have a higher incidence of chest discomfort and subsequently a greater requirement for pain
medications post procedure as compared to those patients undergoing Cryo ablation.
fibrillation. The two primary techniques currently in use in our center for atrial
fibrillation are Cryo Balloon and Radiofrequency ablation.
Based on personal observation, it is felt that patients undergoing Radiofrequency ablation
have a higher incidence of chest discomfort and subsequently a greater requirement for pain
medications post procedure as compared to those patients undergoing Cryo ablation.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation who are advised either Cryoablation or Radiofrequency
ablation for treatment.
Exclusion Criteria:
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- Pregnant
- Taking pain medications for acute or chronic conditions at the time of the procedure.
- Undergo a combination of Cryoablation and Radiofrequency ablation
- Radiofrequency group who undergo ablation beyond pulmonary vein isolation
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