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Mapping of the atrial fibrillation: relevant observations to guide radiofrequency ablation
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M. Adam, M. Pirrami, P. Franciosa, G. Carreras, M.G. Bendini,
M. Ridarelli, G. Bagliani*, Annibale S. Montenero
Cardiology Department, S. Maria Hospital, Terni, *Cardiology Dept., Foligno Hospital, Foligno, Italy
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