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Epicardial Ablation of Intractable Ventricular Tachycardia Secondary to Myocarditis due to SARS-CoV-2 vs Coxsackie B in a Pediatric Patient with Mechanical Support (VA-ECMO)

Carlos Alcantara

Conclusion: In conclusion, we described a pediatric patient with cardiogenic shock due to an intractable arrythmia that required an electrophysiology study and transcatheter ablation during mechanical support with VA-ECMO. Although, the challenges and potential risks of epicardial ablation are accentuated in the setting of a pediatric patient on anticoagulation required for VA- ECMO, it is a safe and feasible intervention with a low incidence of heart decompensation and mortality.