I was 60 when my afib started in 2006. Cardiologist tried me on two meds but neither worked. In 2008 I had a pulmonary vein ablation that took 10 hrs. It was done by the leading expert at University of Pennsylvania Hospital at the time. The afib was successfully stopped for 14 years. I was blessed. Last year (2023) I started with
aflutter. In July 2024 I had a Watchman implant to prevent clots traveling to my brain. In Nov I had another ablation. This one took 3 hrs but started afibbing a week later. Then had a cardioversion and all is well. My heart is 18 years older now which might account for the initial 2nd failure but I have faith in my electrophysiologist and his skill and reputation. Our hearts get older just like the rest of our bodies.
Keep looking for a good EP and follow his/her advice, if you can. If not, get a 2nd or 3rd opinion.
Blessings to you.