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How risky are ablations of the sinus node?
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Depends.: All procedures have risks, some risks are more likely to happen with some procedures, and less with others. Sinus node ablation is safer than open heart surgery, for example, but is not risk free. Your doctor is required to explain what the risks are for the patient, and this depends on the condition of the patient at the time of the procedure as well. Ask the doc questions until you understand
Answered 8/3/2015
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Sinu node: there is a potential of injuring sinus node totally which may result in a need of a pacemaker. I perform cryoablation not RF ablation in that area when necessary which is safer then RF ablation for sinus node.
Answered 7/19/2015
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