Why is an electrophysiology (EP) study a good test for my child?

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Compared with other tests, the electrophysiology (EP) study provides better information about the electrical system of your child's heart. It can help your child's doctor accurately diagnose the cause of a heart rhythm problem, find its source, and test medications to treat it.

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Heart Disease Diagnosis

To diagnose heart disease, your healthcare provider will conduct a physical and go over your personal and family medical history. To make an accurate diagnosis, he or she may also order blood work, a stress test, electrocardiogram and computed tomography (CT) scan or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to assess the heart’s structure and function.

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