Research Article

Evaluation of Left Atrial Function in Patients with Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation Using Left Atrial Automatic Myocardial Functional Imaging Ultrasonography

Table 5

Kaplan–Meier univariate analysis.

FactorsClassificationMedian survival time (days)Log rank chi-square value

Therapy methodRadiofrequency ablation4909.4140.002
Nonradiofrequency ablation349

Embolism riskLow risk4347.9700.005
High risk310

Low risk, CHA2DS2-VASc scores of <2; High risk, CHA2DS2-VASc scores of ≥2; CHA2DS2-VASc, CHA2DS2-VASc, cardiac failure, high blood pressure, age of 65–74 years (doubled), diabetes mellitus, stroke or temporary ischemic attack (TIA), and sex group (female).