Mitral isthmus conduction block: intriguing result of radiofrequency catheter ablation for a left concealed accessory pathway

Europace. 2010 Apr;12(4):579-81. doi: 10.1093/europace/eup400. Epub 2009 Dec 16.

Abstract

We report on our experience with complete mitral isthmus conduction block achieved inadvertently during radiofrequency (RF) catheter ablation for a left lateral concealed accessory pathway (AP) mimicking concentric retrograde activation. This rare condition should be acknowledged to avoid misdiagnosis of another concomitant AP and to avoid RF applications in inappropriate areas.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Atrial Function, Left
  • Cardiac Pacing, Artificial
  • Catheter Ablation*
  • Female
  • Heart Block / diagnosis
  • Heart Block / physiopathology*
  • Heart Block / surgery*
  • Heart Conduction System / physiopathology*
  • Humans
  • Mitral Valve*