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Got a 2: 1 av block after radio frequency ablation. what is that? is it dangerous? do i need a pacemaker?
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Every other: This means only every other beat that originates in the pacemaker of your heart, gets through to the pumping chamber to create a heart beat. If this is type I, and your QRS (EKG complexes are narrow) this is likely benign. If it is call Mobitz type II, it may indicate more serious conduction system damage. If this persists, a pacemaker may be needed. Discuss with the EP doc that did your ablat
Answered 2/14/2015
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2:1 AV block: 2:1 AV block may convert into a complete heart block and does require a pacemaker. You should see an Electrophysiologist asap to figure out if it's Type 1 or Type 2. Type 2 requires a permanent pacemaker.
Answered 2/15/2015
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Av block : It may be a problem if it does not resolve , sometimes you may even need a pacemaker ...
Answered 7/19/2015
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