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Case No : 8

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  • Age/Sex 60 / M
  • Case Title Fever, dyspnea, chest discomfort
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Diagnosis With Brief Discussion

Reviewy
Atrioesophageal fistula (AEF) estimated at 0.03% to 0.08%
AEF can present ≤2 months post-atrial fibrillation ablation
Contrast-enhanced chest CT is the diagnostic modality of choice

Free air (LA, mediastinum, pericardium) m/c
AEF tract
Mediastinal inflammation

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