Glossary/Arrhythmia

Maze Procedure.

A surgical treatment for atrial fibrillation performed during open-heart surgery. Creates a pattern of scar tissue (a "maze") in the atria that redirects electrical impulses along a controlled path, restoring normal rhythm.

Definition

What is maze procedure?

A surgical treatment for atrial fibrillation performed during open-heart surgery. Creates a pattern of scar tissue (a "maze") in the atria that redirects electrical impulses along a controlled path, restoring normal rhythm.

Related Terms

Related glossary terms.

Atrial Fibrillation
The most common heart rhythm disorder, in which the upper chambers (atria) beat irregularly and o...
Catheter Ablation
A minimally invasive procedure that uses heat (radiofrequency) or cold (cryoablation) energy deli...
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