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Heart Rhythm (Expert Forum)
best options for afib
Answered by
Michael J. McWilliams, M.D. - atrial fibrillation, Pacemakers, Defibrillators, Arrhythmias (SVT, VT), PVC/PAC, Ablation
Wilmington Health Associates
Wilmington - NC
Questions in the Heart Rhythm forum are answered by Dr. Michael J. McWilliams. Topics covered include heart rhythm issues, arrhythmia, irregular heartbeat, implanted defibrillators, pacemakers, and tachycardia.
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Doctor's Answer
by Michael J. McWilliams, M.D., Apr 06, 2008 07:19PM
, Apr 06, 2008 07:19PM
Rhythmol is definitely note working.
Depending on age and other factors, it might be worth thinking about an atrial fibrillation ablation. The procedure is indicated for people that fail an anti arrhythmic medication. Sotalol, tikosyn, and amiodarone are other medical options. In general, unless you are very old or have poor health, AV sequential pacing with an AV node ablation is considered a last resort by many. Some physicians that were not trained it atrial fibrillation ablations are reluctant to recommend them. If that is case, consider a second opinion from a center with experience with afib ablations.
I hope this helps.
Depending on age and other factors, it might be worth thinking about an atrial fibrillation ablation. The procedure is indicated for people that fail an anti arrhythmic medication. Sotalol, tikosyn, and amiodarone are other medical options. In general, unless you are very old or have poor health, AV sequential pacing with an AV node ablation is considered a last resort by many. Some physicians that were not trained it atrial fibrillation ablations are reluctant to recommend them. If that is case, consider a second opinion from a center with experience with afib ablations.
I hope this helps.
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