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Atrial ectopic beats do not usually require treatment. If treatment is necessary because the beats occur frequently and cause intolerable discomfort, the doctor may prescribe medication.
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Catheter ablation destroys (ablates) an abnormal electrical pathway or groups of electrical cells that may be causing a heart rhythm problem (arrhythmia). A specially trained doctor (electrophysiologist) performs the procedure.
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Catheter ablation of an irregular heartbeat involves having a tube(a catheter) inserted into the heart through.
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Ablate means"to destroy." Cardiac ablation is a procedure that is used to destroy areas in your heart that may be causing your heart rhythm problems.
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My daughter is 13 and her cardiologist is suggesting catheter ablation. Can you tell me what questions I should consider before deciding whether she should have the procedure?
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