Ablation For AFib: Procedure details, success rate, risks, and recovery

Ablation For AFib: Procedure details, success rate, risks, and recovery

If you are considering a catheter ablation to treat atrial fibrillation, here are some tips I can give you about what really happens during an ablation procedure. I will discuss all the typical procedure steps of an AFib catheter ablation procedure. I’ll walk you through a typical consultation, the preparation, the procedure itself, and the expected recovery.

Surgery Options for AFib: Maze, Mini-Maze, and More.

Surgery Options for AFib: Maze, Mini-Maze, and More.

In this article, I will explore the Maze, Mini Maze, and Convergent surgical options for treating AFib. Understanding the benefits and risks between these procedures is essential in determining which one would be the best option for your needs. Finally, I will then also compare surgical options for AFib with traditional catheter based ablation procedure.

Does an Implantable Loop Recorder Help with AFib?

Does an Implantable Loop Recorder Help with AFib?

Loop Recorders are like the heart monitors that you have worn in your doctor’s office, except it’s underneath your skin. You don’t have to actually wear anything and you can go and do all your normal activities. These devices have a battery life that typically lasts for three years. It can give your doctor a lot of information about how your atrial fibrillation is doing. Read more about Loop Recorders here.