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Could having heart palpitations lead to any type of heart surgery?
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May be: Depends upon what is causing the palpitation.
Answered 4/16/2013
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Yes: Combinations of fast or slow pulse which is felt as palpitations may require medications and sometimes pacemakers or devices. If underlying coronary or valve disease identified then medical or surgical therapy may be indicated.
Answered 4/22/2013
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