Cardioversion

If you suffer from arrhythmia or irregular heartbeat, you may benefit from a procedure called cardioversion. It restores the normal rhythm of the heart, preventing many serious complications. Our certified cardiologists perform cardioversion using safe and effective techniques. You can rest assured that your heart health is in the best of hands. To know if you are a good candidate for this procedure, book a consultation with our specialist at Healthy Living Heart and Vein today.

Types Of Cardioversion We Offer

Cardioversion is a technique that restores the normal rhythm of the heart. It helps to reduce the complications associated with different types of arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat).

At our practices, we perform cardioversion in two ways:

• Electrical cardioversion: This is a quick and painless procedure that we perform under sedation. We will attach a few electrodes to your chest and back and use a machine to send low-energy shocks to your heart. The shocks will halt the abnormal electrical signals and reset your heart rhythm to a normal one. The procedure usually takes less than 15 minutes, but we will monitor your heart activity for a few hours afterward.
• Pharmacological cardioversion: This is a slower and less invasive technique that uses medications to manage your heart rhythm. Our specialist will prescribe you oral or IV antiarrhythmic drugs. These drugs will work gradually to restore a normal heart rhythm. This procedure may take several hours or days, depending on the type and dose of the medication.

Is Cardioversion Safe

Cardioversion is a safe and effective procedure, but patients with atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter are at a high risk of developing blood clots during the process. Blood clots may cause serious issues if they block the blood flow to major organs. For this reason, we will perform some diagnostic tests beforehand to evaluate your condition. To manage the risk, our cardiologist may prescribe blood thinners in a safe dosage to carry out this procedure smoothly.

Schedule An Appointment

If you are concerned about arrhythmia or irregular heart rhythm, book an appointment with our specialist today for cardioversion. Contact us for further assistance.