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Heart Failure Radiofrequency Ablation + Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion Worsening Symptoms Heart Valve Replacement Over-Treatment Lack of Informed Consent Outcome Misrepresentation Financial Exploitation Rehabilitation Neglect Communication Breakdown Lack of AccountabilityThe patient had underlying heart failure. He underwent radiofrequency ablation and left atrial appendage occlusion, after which his condition deteriorated. He then sought care at another hospital, where he received heart valve replacement surgery.
The family reported that the patient’s condition deteriorated after radiofrequency ablation and left atrial appendage occlusion.
This case was fundamentally one of impaired cardiac function. Apart from heart transplantation, the appropriate approach centers on conservative management, rest, and supportive care to maintain stability over the long term. Performing major interventional procedures went against these core principles. While valvular disease was indeed one of the main contributors to the heart failure, if the patient was strongly inclined toward surgery, a primary valve operation would have been more appropriate. Following the left atrial appendage occlusion, the patient apparently gained a clearer perspective and subsequently underwent valve replacement surgery.
Progression to heart failure is usually a gradual process. When seeking medical care, contacting this service at the same time could have significantly slowed or altered the subsequent course. At a minimum, consultation with this service should have occurred before proceeding with left atrial appendage occlusion.
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