[Successful restoration by radiofrequency ablation and maintenance of sinus rhythm in a patient with longstanding (for 21 years) persistent atrial fibrillation].

Clinical observation of a patient with atrial fibrillation persisting throughout 21 years is presented with discussion of results of radiofrequency catheter ablation.

[Surgical methods of removing indwelling endocardial electrodes in clinical practice].

The article reflects experience in surgical removal of indwelling endocardial electrodes using minithoracotomy and no cardiopulmonary bypass. A modern classification of indications to removal of indwelling endocardial electrodes is given. The results of analysis of long-term results of surgical treatment are given too.