Cardiovasc Imaging Asia.  2017 Jul;1(3):177-192. 10.22468/cvia.2017.00038.

The Role of Multimodality Cardiac Imaging in the Management of Patients with Atrial Fibrillation

• Jung JI

• KMID: 2524845
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.22468/cvia.2017.00038

Abstract

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common arrhythmia and is an independent risk factor for stroke, heart failure, and death. The prevalence of AF is expected to increase in the future due to increasing life expectancy. In this review, we describe and evaluate the utility of advanced cardiovascular imaging modalities, including echocardiography, cardiac computed tomography, and cardiac magnetic resonance imaging, to provide novel insights into the pathogenesis, prediction, and natural history of AF. Moreover, cardiovascular imaging has become an integral part of the pre-procedural assessment, procedural management, and follow-up of patients undergoing catheter-based ablation. We believe that knowledge and proper use of these cardiovascular imaging modalities will enhance the successful treatment and management of patients with AF.

Keyword

Atrial fibrillation; Catheter ablation; Echocardiography; Multidetector computed tomography; Magnetic resonance Imaging