Unintended Electrical Isolation of the Left Atrial Appendage due to Anatomical Misidentification During Pulsed-Field Ablation: A Case Report

J Arrhythm. 2025 Oct 22;41(5):e70188. doi: 10.1002/joa3.70188. eCollection 2025 Oct.

Abstract

During pulsed-field ablation, unintended left atrial appendage isolation occurred due to anatomical misidentification with the left superior pulmonary vein. Left atrial appendage potentials improved after 1 month. This case highlights procedural tips to avoid this complication and emphasizes post-procedural monitoring and management strategies.

Keywords: atrial fibrillation; electrical isolation; left atrial appendage; pulmonary vein isolation; pulsed field ablation.