Cardiac Arrhythmia Treatment: Catheter Ablation – Procedure

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Catheter ablation is a minimally invasive procedure used to treat cardiac arrhythmias, such as atrial fibrillation (AFib), supraventricular tachycardia (SVT), and ventricular tachycardia. It works by destroying abnormal heart tissue that causes irregular heartbeats, restoring a normal rhythm.

How Does Catheter Ablation Work?
Insertion of Catheter – A thin, flexible tube (catheter) is inserted into a vein, typically in the groin or neck, and guided to the heart using imaging technology.
Electrophysiology Mapping – Specialized sensors detect abnormal electrical signals in the heart.
Tissue Ablation – The abnormal area is destroyed using radiofrequency energy (RF ablation), cryoablation (cold energy), or laser ablation to prevent erratic signals.
Heart Rhythm Assessment – The doctor ensures normal rhythm before completing the procedure.
Who Needs Catheter Ablation?
Patients with frequent or severe arrhythmias that don’t respond to medications.
Individuals with atrial fibrillation (AFib), atrial flutter, or other tachycardias.
Those experiencing arrhythmia-induced heart failure or stroke risk.
Benefits of Catheter Ablation
✅ High Success Rate – Effectively restores normal heart rhythm in many patients.
✅ Minimally Invasive – No need for open-heart surgery; faster recovery.
✅ Reduces Dependency on Medication – Can decrease the need for antiarrhythmic drugs.
✅ Improved Quality of Life – Less fatigue, dizziness, and heart palpitations.

Risks & Complications
⚠️ Bleeding or infection at the catheter insertion site.
⚠️ Minor heart damage or rare complications like blood clots.
⚠️ Recurrence of arrhythmia, requiring repeat ablation.

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Cardiac arrhythmia treatment
Catheter ablation for AFib
Minimally invasive heart procedure
Heart rhythm disorder cure
Radiofrequency ablation for arrhythmia