Pros & cons of a catheter ablation for AF

I’ve had AF diagnosed for several months, and the Cardioversion I had reverted back into AF. The second one is holding with the help of a drug, but I’m being recommended an ablation.

I actually feel more well now than I have for many months, and it is hard to voluntarily put myself through another procedure with the associated risks & recovery time. Any advice?

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Hi, I’ve not had AF for long and only experienced a handful of episodes. I went straight for an ablation when offered as I was advised the success of the operation ‘can’ yield better outcomes the earlier it’s done.

I’m 2 weeks post op - the recovery is not easy but I’m hopeful it’s been successful. Take a look at the ablation recovery guide here: heartrhythmalliance.org/res...

All that said, AF can be managed well with regular medication so it has to be the right choice for you.

I would do it again if I had to.