Conclusions
Same day discharge after an uncomplicated cryoballoon ablation for AF in carefully selected patients appears to be safe. This strategy has obvious benefits to both the patients and healthcare providers. The implications of SDD on financial benefits, throughput, and resource utilization may be of great importance in our current clinical climate.
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