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Is atrial fibrillation dangerous?
Atrial fibrillation (AF) causes your heart to beat irregularly and can cause your pulse to... Full Answer12/31/1969
When should I call my doctor if my child has a heart murmur?
Call your doctor about your child's heart murmur if your child:
- Has a
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What causes non-innocent heart murmurs in children?
A "noninnocent" heart murmur can be caused by an abnormal structure in the heart or in the
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What should I expect after a synchronized cardioversion?
After a synchronized cardioversion -- a procedure used to correct an irregular heartbeat
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How does my heart know when to beat?
Electrical impulses through the heart muscle cause the heart to beat. The impulse starts in
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What are warning signs of a neurocardiogenic syncope episode?
Before an episode of neurocardiogenic syncope -- the most common type of syncope (fainting) --
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What should I avoid doing after ICD surgery?
Here are some general recovery guidelines for implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD)
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How do I care for an implant incision closed with Steri-Strips?
If your incision is closed with Steri-Strips:
- Wash your incision gently with mild
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What should I expect during an implantable loop recorder (ILR) insertion?
When an implantable loop recorder (ILR) is inserted:
- Your chest area will be
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What should I do if I get a shock from my ICD?
If you receive three or more shocks from your implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) in
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What equipment can interfere with a pacemaker?
The following are devices that release electromagnetic interference for pacemakers:... Full Answer
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What should I expect after a catheter ablation procedure?
After your catheter ablation procedure, the catheters will be removed and firm pressure
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How should I prepare for a catheter ablation procedure?
You will stop taking medicines that affect your heart rhythm at least four to 72 hours before
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Why do I need a catheter ablation procedure?
Your doctor may recommend a catheter ablation procedure if he or she has found that your heart
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What treats atrial fibrillation besides cardiac ablation?
Before considering cardiac ablation, it is important to first eliminate the cause of atrial
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