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A member asked:

Does the reward outweigh the risk for getting a pvc ablation?

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Dr. Ira Friedlander answered

Specializes in Cardiac Electrophysiology

Yes.: At 13% you will benefit and avoid potential for long term development of a PVC induced cardiomyopathy.

Dr Hegab and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 11/3/2017

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Is ablation recommended for patients having very disturbing unifocal or multifocal pvcs?

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Cardiologist said ablation was not necessary got 2nd opinion from EP, thinks it is a viable option for Pvcs. Confused about what to do.

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I have recently had a catheter ablation for AVNRT - 2 weeks ago. For the last 2 days I have been having 20,000 plus pvcs. Should I be concerned?

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How low can your heart rate be before getting ablation surgery for a high number of PVCs?

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