Agree, definitely in a dilemma...by Lewis - AFIBBERS FORUM
Interestingly I asked ChatGPT about the definition of a successful ablation, here is the answer : ====ChatGPT===== A successful atrial fibrillation ablation is a procedure in which the abnormal heart rhythm known as atrial fibrillation (AFib) is eliminated or significantly reduced in a patient through the use of catheter ablation. This is typically achieved by creating scar tissue inby Lewis - AFIBBERS FORUM
Quotegloaming Generally, yes, and it's quite unlucky. However, I hope your care-givers made sure you understood that a first ablation only has about a 75% success rate, and my EP claimed it was closer to 70%. Subsequent ablations enjoy about 80% success rate. Of course, this varies between EPs whose skill isn't the same from person-to-person. The general empirical trend is as folloby Lewis - AFIBBERS FORUM
Thank you very much Shannon and Carey. I am happy to have just donated by PayPal. Lewisby Lewis - AFIBBERS FORUM
HI, I have a question about afib after ablation. 1. If I still encounter occasional Afib 5 months after ablation. Does that mean my ablation is not successful? 2. Feel faster heart rate, KardiaMobile tested, Afib. Should I quit alcohol completely? Thank you very muchby Lewis - AFIBBERS FORUM