New Data Support Medtronic’s Cryoablation System As 'First-Line' AF Therapy

02 Sep 2020

Results from STOP AF showed intervention with Medtronic's cryoablation system is superior to medication as a “first-line” treatment for paroxysmal atrial fibrillation.

Atrial fibrillation and normal or abnormal heart rate rythm as a cardiac disorder as a human organ with healthy and unhealthy ecg monitoring in a 3D illustration style. — • Source: shutterstock.com

New results from two randomized trials show cryoablation with Medtronic plc’s cryoablation technology provides a better primary option for treatment of recurrent symptomatic paroxysmal atrial fibrillation than antiarrhythmic drugs.

Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation frequently progresses to chronic atrial fibrillation, increasing the patient’s risk of heart failure hospitalization and mortality...