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Ligament of Marshall: why it is important for atrial fibrillation ablation

Hwang et al., 2009

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7975620159790450230
Author
Hwang C
Chen P
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Heart rhythm

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The ligament of Marshall (LOM) is located on the epicardium between the left atrial appendage and the left pulmonary veins. The corresponding endocardial structure is the left lateral ridge. LOM is a source of paroxysmal AF, and may activate at fast rates during …
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