Best Alternative Treatment for Atrial Fibrillation
Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is the most common heart arrhythmia (abnormal heart rhythm) that requires treatment. According to the Centers for Disease Control, it is estimated that AFib will affect 12.1 million Americans by 2030. Many people with AFib experience symptoms like palpitations, chest pain, shortness of breath, or weakness and an atrial fibrillation attack can […]
What is the difference between a cardiologist and electrophysiologist?
Overview A cardiologist is a doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions which affect the heart. These may include high blood pressure, high cholesterol, coronary artery disease, heart attack, heart failure, or abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias). The heart has a complex electrical system which causes the heart muscle to contract and pump blood through the […]
How long does it take to recover from AFib Ablation?
There are three primary goals in the treatment of atrial fibrillation: alleviate symptoms, decrease the risk of heart failure, and reduce stroke risk. These treatment goals can be achieved with medications or procedures. What is an AFib ablation procedure? Atrial fibrillation ablation, most commonly via catheter ablation, is a procedure for atrial fibrillation which aims […]