Tag Archives: Ablation
26
Sep

Ablation Part II

There are a many types of ablations available to patients with abnormal heart rhythms. Atrial fibrillation ablation Pulmonary vein isolation – Most atrial fibrillation (AFib) signals originate in the pulmonary veins.  Ablations are performed to create many lesions (scars) to form a circular scar around the four pulmonary veins during this procedure.  The scar thereby blocks any impulses firing from within the pulmonary veins [...]

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22
Sep

Ablation Part I

A normal heartbeat is controlled by a regular and constant flow of electricity all through the heart.   A short circuit at any location along this electrical pathway can disrupt the normal flow of signals, causing an arrhythmia (ie. an irregular heartbeat).   Cardiac ablation is a minimally invasive procedure that is used to destroy these short-circuits and [...]

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22
Aug

Fainting Part II of II

Signs of Cardiovascular Syncope Cardiovascular syncope usually occurs suddenly.   There might not be any warning signs that person is about to faint.  Some individuals may feel the following:   Pressure, tightness, chest discomfort, and/or pain Heart palpitations (feels like a fluttering, racing, or pounding sensation in your heart) Shortness of breath   Long QT Syndrome and Cardiovascular Syncope Fainting is [...]

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