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I had a pacemaker put in last year and had a ablation done also. now they want to do a atrial ventricular node. how would this help me?
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Controlling rhythm: there must be some rhythm disturbance that remains, they can help. Talk to your specialist for more specific info
Answered 8/18/2014
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AV node ablation: AV node ablation prevents the fast heart rhythm in the upper chambers (such as SVT or atrial fibrillation), from affecting the lower chambers. If the fast rate of the lower chambers can not be controlled, it could damage your heart. The concern is that the AV node ablation, leaves you dependent on the pacemaker for life. Continue discussing with heart rhythm specialist, to answer all questions.
Answered 8/19/2014
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