Pulmonary vein isolation after left-sided pneumonectomy: technically challenging but feasible and instructive

Europace. 2009 Mar;11(3):389-91. doi: 10.1093/europace/eun368. Epub 2009 Jan 15.

Abstract

We present a technically challenging case of pulmonary vein isolation (PVI) after complete left-sided pneumonectomy, resulting in uncommon cardiac rotation. Wide area circumferential PVI after pneumonectomy is technically challenging but feasible in experienced centres. Correct identification of the PV ostia is crucial before ablation.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Atrial Fibrillation / surgery*
  • Feasibility Studies
  • Heart Conduction System / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Pneumonectomy / methods*
  • Pulmonary Veins / surgery*