Question 1

what are some of the risks for an atrial ablation?

Accepted Answer

Ablation: perforation, clot-emboli-stroke, injury to esophagus, phrenic nerve injury, and some others but these are all rare provided that ablation is done by experts with methods to prevent complications.

Question 2

is atrial ablation safe for my son who has wpw?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, assuming your child is otherwise healthy enough to undergo this type of surgery.  This is typically the first line treatment, especially if symptomatic, and while there are risks with any surgery it is relatively safe.

Question 3

will the accuracy of mapping of the heart be compromised if general anesthesia is used during mapping for a pediatric atrial ablation?

Accepted Answer

No: There should be no effect if the anesthesiologist is aware to avoid Propofol during certain mapping ablations. Then, another choice can be used.

Question 4

i was scheduled for atrial flutter ablation but doctor was unable to induce the flutter. heart healthy other than angry spot on right atrium .   suggests metropolol.  flutter was seen on ilr.  now believes it was actually atrial tachycardia. right?

Accepted Answer

: I need to see tracings. Discuss with your team who know you. If on BP Meds get back with us especially if K has ever been low. Go to hyperaldosteronism@groups.io a help group for those with low K , HTN and atrial issues. Also look at uptodate.com

Question 5

what is the success rate of ablation of atrial tachycardia?

Accepted Answer

Great question: It's variable depending on location (left vs right sided).  Talk to the electrophysiologist who would perform to get best information specific.

Question 6

which is better for an atrial flutter: cardioversion or ablation?

Accepted Answer

Define better please: What does better mean? Initial atrial flutter ablation success rates run around 80-85%. This for the typical flutter variety. A form of atrial flutter called atypical atrial flutter has a much lower success rate. But ablation is invasive, meaning there is inherent risk such as perforation of the heart, pericardial effusion, need for permanent pacemaker implantation, etc. Such risks are very rare

Question 7

can you recommend the best reference source to learn more about ablation of atrial fibrillation?

Accepted Answer

ACC or AHA: Hello marina --
yes, you can find comprehensive reference and patient educations at the american college of cardiology or american heart association websites -- please just google them.

Question 8

if you've had a previous asd repair with your own tissue, can you still be able to get an ablation for atrial fibrillation decades
later?

Accepted Answer

Ablation : You can have an ablation after ASD repair but you should go to a referral center where this is done more often.  It is much more complicated than a simple   Afib ablation

Question 9

i had catheter ablation for atrial flutter at bw. how long before i resume normal exercise. i was a rower & am used to strenuous workouts. i am 62.

Accepted Answer

Now --: right away if you're up for it -- and make sure your cardiologist agreed with your exercise program

Question 10

is there a number one doctor-recommended reference source to know more about ablation of atrial fibrillation?

Accepted Answer

Atrial fibrillation: Start with this one:

http://en.Wikipedia.Org/wiki/ablation_of_atrial_fibrillation.

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Will the accuracy of mapping of the heart be compromised if general anesthesia is used during mapping for a pediatric atrial ablation?

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I was scheduled for atrial flutter ablation but doctor was unable to induce the flutter. heart healthy other than angry spot on right atrium . suggests metropolol. flutter was seen on ilr. now believes it was actually atrial tachycardia. right?

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What is the success rate of ablation of atrial tachycardia?

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Which is better for an atrial flutter: cardioversion or ablation?

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Can you recommend the best reference source to learn more about ablation of atrial fibrillation?

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If you've had a previous asd repair with your own tissue, can you still be able to get an ablation for atrial fibrillation decades later?

A member asked:

I had catheter ablation for atrial flutter at bw. how long before i resume normal exercise. i was a rower & am used to strenuous workouts. i am 62.

A member asked:

Is there a number one doctor-recommended reference source to know more about ablation of atrial fibrillation?

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