I had AV node re entry. They stopped it with the ablation, but I have had a fast heartbeat and take Bisoprolol every day to keep my heartbeat down to normal. Can they slow down a fast heartbeat with an ablation? I am not in a fib or a flutter, Its just sinus tach.
2007-02-12 14:27:07 · 2 answers · asked by happydawg 6 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Heart Diseases
I don't think they'd do it for a fast rate that's sinus rhythm, only for an abnormal rhythm. Meds usually work well, maybe you need another med.
2007-02-12 15:35:13 · answer #1 · answered by nickname 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Radiofrequency ablation is widely used. It's the preferred treatment for many types of rapid heartbeats. It has a success rate of over 90 percent and a low risk of complications. Patients who have this done can resume normal activities in a few days. It causes little or no discomfort and is done under mild sedation with local anesthesia.
2007-02-12 14:33:33 · answer #2 · answered by Butch 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋