pulse field ablation

[Cb999]

Hi I had the pulse field ablation at Papworth on 5/2/24 under general anaesthetic. Other than having a very sore heart and groin for around 2/3 hours recovery on the day ward, everything was fine. I am now on the UK research programme with ongoing check ups at 3, 6, 9 and 12 months. Having previously had multiple AF episodes in the weeks leading up to the procedure on a daily basis, I have so far been completely free of any AF symptoms. This procedure is much safer than the previous cryo / thermal method used in the past as it is much more accurate at targeting the area of the heart requiring ablation with minimal risk of damage to the oesophagus.

[Paulbounce]

Nice post Cb99 - good luck. I too would consider pulse field ablation.

Paul

[Rainfern]

Great news Cb. I learned about pulse field ablation from my EP at a public talk he gave. I know he’d love our hospital to purchase the equipment. Wishing you good recovery and long term health.

[Singwell]

Keep us posted as hopefully this procedure will become more widely available in due course. And glad you're feeling well!

[Cb999 in reply to Singwell]

All good 4 days post procedure.

[50568789]

Were you given the option of pulsed field instead of cryo / thermal? was it a question of which EP? Was it the luck of the draw?

[Cb999 in reply to 50568789]

Just the luck of the drawer I believe but it would appear Papworth are rolling this out more and more. I’m 4 days post procedure now and not one single episode of AF after months of experiencing it daily.

[50568789 in reply to Cb999]

I have a vested interest as on the waiting list at Papworth, potentially in May. It will be interesting to see what's on offer, or how I "qualify".

[bassets]

Good luck and rest