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Radiofrequency ablation in Maria Cecilia Hospital

5 accreditations & 1 licence
hospital certificates of quality

About the clinic

Radiofrequency ablation is a minimally invasive procedure for treating heart rhythm disorders at Maria Cecilia Hospital in Cotignola, Italy. The hospital specializes in atrial fibrillation treatment and offers both radiofrequency and cryoablation techniques. Patients typically stay 1-2 nights in Suite Rooms with 24/7 medical care.

Procedure Details

Dr. Saverio Iacopino leads the Arrhythmology and Electrophysiology department with 20 years of experience. He pioneered Italy's first Micra TPS leadless pacemaker program. The hospital uses advanced mapping systems for precise treatment of arrhythmias.

The procedure involves inserting catheters through blood vessels to reach the heart. Two main approaches are available:

  • Radiofrequency ablation uses heat to correct abnormal electrical signals
  • Cryoablation freezes problematic heart tissue

Hospital Features

Maria Cecilia Hospital belongs to the GVM Care & Research group. It ranks first in Italy for Micra TPS implantation. Patients receive:

  • Initial check-up before treatment
  • 1-2 days hospitalization in Suite Rooms
  • Continuous medical monitoring

The transcatheter approach means faster recovery than open-heart surgery. Patients can discuss treatment options with Dr. Iacopino's team to choose the best method for their condition.

Highlights

1973 Year of foundation
200 doctors
9000 patients per year

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Licences

Operating authorization for Maria Cecilia Hospital, Cotignola, issued by Comune di Cotignola, 2015

hospital accreditations of quality

Joint Commission International  certificate for Maria Cecilia Hospital
Joint Commission International
US, Joint Commission International certificate for Maria Cecilia Hospital
Patient choice in Orthopaedics certificate for Maria Cecilia Hospital
Patient choice in Orthopaedics
UA, Patient choice in Orthopaedics certificate for Maria Cecilia Hospital
Patient choice for Check-up certificate for Maria Cecilia Hospital
Patient choice for Check-up
UA, Patient choice for Check-up certificate for Maria Cecilia Hospital
Patient choice in Neurosurgery certificate for Maria Cecilia Hospital
Patient choice in Neurosurgery
UA, Patient choice in Neurosurgery certificate for Maria Cecilia Hospital
Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence certificate for Maria Cecilia Hospital
Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence
US, Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence certificate for Maria Cecilia Hospital

Maria Cecilia Hospital: more details about the clinic

Italy, Bologna

Maria Cecilia Hospital: Medical Excellence and Key Features

  • Arrhythmology Department: A world leader in treating atrial fibrillation, utilizing cutting-edge non-fluoroscopic electroanatomic mapping systems. It is also a reference center for cryo-balloon technology and pacemaker implants to prevent sudden death.
  • Weight Loss Surgery: Maria Cecilia Hospital is among the very few centers in Italy to participate in a clinical trial aimed at introducing a minimally invasive technique of bariatric surgery with a magnetic anastomosis system, conceived in 2021 by Prof. Michel Gagner for weight loss in obese patients and the treatment of type 2 diabetes. 
  • Innovative Cardiac Treatments: One of the first centers in Europe to offer electroporation (Pulse Field Ablation - PFA), a groundbreaking ablation technique for atrial fibrillation treatment.
  • Advanced Neurosurgery: One of the few European centers performing Targeted Muscle Reinnervation (TMR), enabling patients to control bionic limbs. This complex neurosurgical technique restores control of artificial limbs.
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery: The hospital offers advanced robot-assisted, laparoscopic, and endoscopic surgeries in general surgery, urology, and gynecology, prioritizing less invasive approaches.
  • Gamma Knife Technology: Used for treating brain lesions smaller than 3 cm, this method eliminates the need for a scalpel by precisely delivering Gamma rays.
  • ORBEYE TM Microsurgery: For larger brain tumors, surgeons use an advanced 4K 3D digital microscope with endoscopic access, enhancing precision and visualization.
  • Diabetic Foot Treatment: Directed by Prof. Dalla Paola, the hospital’s center has a 95% success rate in preventing amputations.
  • State-of-the-Art Radiation Therapy: Equipped with advanced linear accelerators for precise and effective cancer treatment.
Additional services
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Accommodation
Hotel (apartments) near the clinic, billed daily

Via Corriera, 1, 48032 Cotignola RA, Italy

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Information was added by
Fahad Mawlood
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updated 2/28/2026

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