Metromed International Cardiac Centre Performs Kerala’s First Pulsed Field Ablation Procedure for Atrial Fibrillation on the First Day of Its Launch in India
Metromed International Cardiac Centre in Calicut has performed Kerala's first Pulsed Field Ablation procedure for atrial fibrillation. The hospital adopted the new technology on the same day it was launched nationally in India.
Why it matters
This marks a significant advancement in cardiac electrophysiology in India, offering a new, efficient treatment option for patients with heart rhythm disorders.
Calicut, June 8: In a landmark achievement for cardiac electrophysiology in Kerala, Metromed International Cardiac Centre, Calicut, has successfully performed the state’s first Pulsed Field Ablation (PFA) procedure for the treatment of atrial fibrillation (AF), marking a significant milestone in the evolution of advanced heart rhythm management. The procedures were carried out on June 5, 2026, as part of a series of cases on day one of the national launch of PFA technology in India.
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