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MMCTS (August 27, 2009). doi:10.1510/mmcts.2008.003301
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Incisional left atrial isolation for ablation of atrial fibrillation in mitral valve surgery

Angelo Graffignaa,*, Stefano Branzolia, Stefano Sinellia and Mario Viganob

a Cardiac Surgery Unit, Ospedale S.Chiara, Trento, Italy
b Centro Cardiochirurgico ‘Charles Dubost’, University of Pavia, Italy

* Corresponding author: Tel.: +39-461-903 346; fax: +39-461-903 345. angelo.graffigna{at}apss.tn.it

The renewed interest in surgical techniques for atrial fibrillation (AF) limited to the left atrium has risen the importance of the original technique of left atrial isolation by means of surgical incision. Transmurality of lesions and cost containment are strong elements to be appreciated in this technique.

Key Words: Atrial fibrillation • Mitral valve disease • Surgical ablation

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