Shibu Mathew
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About
Dr. Shibu Mathew is a leading cardiac electrophysiologist whose work centers on advancing catheter ablation techniques for complex arrhythmias, particularly atrial fibrillation (AF). His research has made pivotal contributions to the use of remote robotic navigation systems, demonstrating their feasibility and long-term efficacy in challenging procedures. In a landmark study of 161 patients, Dr. Mathew showed that robotic pulmonary vein isolation for paroxysmal AF yields excellent long-term success rates, with 71% of patients remaining arrhythmia-free at five years—a finding that has garnered 18 citations and underscored the value of operator experience. He also pioneered the use of robotic systems for left atrial isthmus line ablation, achieving a 79% success rate in treating perimitral flutter, a notoriously difficult target. Notably, Dr. Mathew has addressed the unique challenges of AF ablation in patients with prior pulmonary lobectomy or pneumectomy, developing strategies to locate and isolate electrically active pulmonary vein stumps in altered anatomy. His work, cited over 39 times, continues to refine procedural approaches and expand the reach of catheter ablation to patients once considered high-risk.
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