Pulsed Field Ablation for Atrial Fibrillation with Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion

Guest: Ammar Killu, M.B.B.S.

Host: Anthony Kashou, M.D.

In this episode of Interviews with the Expert: ECG Making Waves, host Dr. Anthony Kashou is joined by Dr. Ammar Killu to discuss the evolving role of combining pulsed field ablation (PFA) with left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO) for patients with atrial fibrillation. Together, they explore the rationale for a combined approach, the potential advantages of PFA over conventional thermal ablation, and key procedural considerations for performing both interventions safely and effectively in a single session.

Topics Discussed:

Why consider combining pulsed field ablation and left atrial appendage occlusion in the same AF patient?
What does PFA add compared with conventional thermal ablation when planning a combined ablation–LAAO strategy?
What are the procedural caveats when PFA and LAAO are done concomitantly?

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Recorded on: 26-June-2026