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Watch a video on "cardiac ablation"

 

Approaching from outside rather than inside the heart, this procedure gives patients a minimally invasive alternative to heart surgery. Learn more.

Patient Education

What is arrhythmia?

Any alteration in heart rate or rhythm.  The heart may beat too fast or too slow, or beat irregularly.  

What will a pacemaker do for me?

A pacemaker will ensure that your heart rate will not beat too slowly because of its inability to deliver electrical impulses when needed.

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