The Cox maze procedure, also known simply as the maze procedure, is a type of heart surgery used to treat atrial fibrillation. Its name refers to the series of incisions arranged in a maze like pattern across the heart's atria, which are intended to interrupt the abnormal electrical circuits that sustain the arrhythmia. A range of minimally invasive methods derived from the original operation, collectively called minimaze procedures, are also used today.
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Why was the original Cox maze operation changed into later versions?
A review reports that follow up of the first version found left atrial dysfunction and trouble speeding up the heart rate with exercise, which led to the Cox-maze III.
A review of maze procedures for atrial fibrillation in PubMed Central reports that the first version, the Cox-maze I procedure, was associated at follow up with left atrial dysfunction and with the inability to accelerate to an appropriate sinus tachycardia in relation to exercise. For these reasons, the review states, the procedure was further developed into the Cox-maze III procedure. This is a historical account of the operation and not medical advice.
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The Cox maze procedure, also known as maze procedure, is a type of heart surgery for atrial fibrillation.
Treats: Atrial Fibrillation, Lead: treats Atrial Fibrillation
The Cox maze procedure, also known as maze procedure, is a type of heart surgery for atrial fibrillation. "Maze" refers to the series of incisions arranged in a maze-like pattern in the atria.
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