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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