Pacing and clinical electrophysiology : PACE
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Pacing Clin Electrophysiol · Nov 2009
Clinical TrialTransesophageal electrophysiologic study to determine the inducibility after successful ablation of supraventricular tachycardia in children.
Radiofrequency ablation has become first-line therapy for supraventricular tachycardia in all age groups, but there has been a concern regarding the long-term effectiveness of the procedure in children. This study aimed to determine the inducibility after successful ablation of supraventricular tachycardia in children; assessment was performed using a transesophageal electrophysiologic study. ⋯ Radiofrequency ablation is a safe and effective method to manage children with supraventricular tachycardia, but patients must be observed for recurrence and new arrhythmias. Sustained tachycardia may also be induced in asymptomatic patients. A transesophageal electrophysiologic study is effective and safe for follow-up of radiofrequency ablation for assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of patients.