Esophagopericardial Fistula Following Radiofrequency Ablation for Atrial Fibrillation: Insights Into Its Management

射频消融治疗房颤后食管心包瘘:治疗策略探讨

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Abstract

An esophagopericardial fistula developed in a 33-year-old patient after radiofrequency ablation for atrial fibrillation. He was initially managed with an esophageal repair and a left atrial bovine pericardial patch and eventually an esophagectomy. At 6-month follow up he had no symptoms. The case highlights the complexities of managing this life-threatening complication. (Level of Difficulty: Advanced.).

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