2024 The efficacy and safety of botulinum toxin epicardial fat injection to prevent postoperative atrial fibrillation in patients undergoing cardiac surgery: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

2024 The efficacy and safety of botulinum toxin epicardial fat injection to prevent postoperative atrial fibrillation in patients undergoing cardiac surgery: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

Postoperative atrial fibrillation (POAF) is prevalent in about 30% to 60% of patients undergoing cardiac surgery, leading to worse outcomes. Botulinum toxin type A (BTX) epicardial injection has been proposed to prevent POAF by impairing cholinergic signaling.

  • Provider:A. Webb Roberts Center for Continuing Medical Education of Baylor Scott & White Health
  • Activity Link: https://ce.bswhealth.com/node/28296
  • Start Date: 2024-03-01 06:00:00
  • End Date: 2024-03-01 06:00:00
  • Credit Details: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.0 hours
  • MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
    ABIM - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
  • Commercial Support: No
  • Activity Type: Journal-based CE
  • CME Finder Type: Other
  • Fee to Participate: Yes
  • Measured Outcome: Learner Competence, Learner Knowledge
  • Provider Ship: Directly Provided
  • Registration: Open to all
  • Specialty: General Surgery, Internal Medicine
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