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What is prophylactic rf ablation and why is it used to prevent arrhythmias in wpw patients? i'm on propranolol for symptomatic wpw. should i have thi
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Have it done: Wpw is one of the causes of sudden death in young people. Get the prophylactic ablation.
Answered 11/26/2013
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