Is a pacemaker used to treat atrial fibrillation?
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Dr. Michael Roizen answered:Sometimes, but not always. If you have atrial fibrillation, you may need a pacemaker implanted if you undergo a treatment known as catheter ablation.
During this procedure, the tissue that controls the rhythm of your heartbeat is destroyed. Since the heart can now no longer beat on its own, the patient needs a pacemaker. Once inserted, the device helps the heart to beat in a normal, healthy rhythm.
Sometimes, but not always. If you have atrial fibrillation, you may need a pacemaker implanted if you undergo a treatment known as catheter ablation. During this procedure, the tissue that controls the rhythm of your heartbeat is destroyed. Since... More
