Best practices IV in cryoballoon ablation of atrial fibrillation: Important clinical and practical differences for new compliant and size-adjustable cryoballoon systems

Abstract

This paper aims to review and compare the mechanical and technical similarities and differences between the Arctic Front series cryoballoons from Medtronic and the next-generation cryoballoons, including POLARx and POLARx FIT from Boston Scientific and Nordica from Synaptic. As cryoballoon technology continues to evolve, the introduction of lower-pressure and selectable-size balloons presents new considerations for both safety and efficacy of cryoablation of atrial fibrillation.