Have you been diagnosed with an irregular heartbeat, otherwise known as a heart arrhythmia? The most common heart rhythm disorder is atrial fibrillation, or AFib. If so, your doctor may have recommended a safe and …
Category: Ablation
What is Cryoablation Used For?
Cryoablation is an alternative therapy that can be used as a treatment for atrial fibrillation (AFib). Oral medications, like blood thinners, are also often used to treat AFib, as is catheter ablation. There is no …
What is Catheter Ablation for AFib?
Catheter ablation is a treatment option for some patients experiencing atrial fibrillation. This is a minimally invasive procedure that can help relieve symptoms. If you have AFib, read more so you can make an informed …
What to Expect After AFib Ablation
Cardiac ablation is a procedure used to treat atrial fibrillation (AFib). It targets the tissue that produces the electrical signal that causes an irregular heartbeat. The tissue is destroyed, so the source of the AFib …
Is Radiation Used During a Catheter Ablation?
Treating AFib is very important as the condition can lead to stroke, heart disease, and other complications. Some patients may be concerned about treating AFib through a catheter ablation because they have read a large …
September is AFib Awareness Month
Did you know that September is AFib Awareness Month in the United States? Even otherwise healthy people can suffer from this heart condition, which is why it’s so important to spread awareness of this very …
Free Guide – What to Expect After an Ablation
One of the most common treatments for patients with AFib is a cardiac ablation. After the procedure, there are several things to expect during your recovery, such as: Continued arrhythmia Water retention Chest pain And …
Watchman or Ablation: When Each Procedure is Used
Atrial fibrillation (AFib) can have a significant impact on a person’s life, but the good news is that there are options available for managing this common heart condition. Specifically, WATCHMAN and ablation are two of …
Ways to Prevent Stroke When You Have AFib
Many people suffering from AFib have heard that the condition is not life-threatening on its own, and they wonder why it’s important to treat it. The answer is because AFib compromises the overall health of …
What to Expect After Having Cardiac Ablation
Undergoing an ablation to treat AFib is a serious medical procedure, and there are many ways that it can affect a patient’s body in the weeks and months afterwards. Here are some changes patients can …
Understanding The Way Your Body Heals After Afib Procedures
Preparing for medical procedures can be unsettling for many people. Knowing what to expect allows you to prepare, thus alleviating much of your anxiety. Here are four of the more common cardiac procedures that are …
Using Anticoagulants During Cardiac Ablation
According to a recent study presented by the European Society of Cardiology and Cardiostim, patients suffering from atrial fibrillation (AFib) may be able to safely continue taking some types of blood thinners as they undergo …
Top 10 Things to Expect After AFib Ablation
Thanks to strides in Cardiac Ablation Therapy, countless people who suffer from atrial fibrillation (AFib) have been able to get the help they need through a minimally invasive procedure. Although the recovery time after an …