Surgical treatment of atrial fibrillation

Ugeskrift for Læger 2026 Open access

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Authors: Eske Sindby, Carsten S. Simonsen, Lars Peter Riber, Sune Damgaard
DOI: 10.61409/v05250451
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Abstract

This review investigates that atrial fibrillation (AFIB) is affecting a large and increasing number of patients. The underlying pathophysiological process is not yet fully understood. Minimal invasive surgical ablation offered to some patients has a high success rate, long durability, and minimal risk. In patients with concomitant heart surgery, the benefit also has a prognostic effect and is recommended in cardiac surgery guidelines. Referral to a thoracic surgical centre should be considered for patients with symptomatic AF not responding to conventional therapy.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Atrial Fibrillation Management and Outcomes Cardiac Arrhythmias and Treatments Cardiac Anesthesia and Surgical Outcomes

Publication details

Journal / source
Ugeskrift for Læger
Volume
188
Issue
2
Pages
1–8
Publication date
5 January 2026
Language
DA