Cardiac Electrophysiology
Cardiac electrophysiology is the study of the heart's electrical
system or rhythm. When the heart's rhythm system is thrown
off, its pumping power is diminished. Blood doesn't circulate
effectively, and the body doesn't get the full supply of oxygen it
needs to thrive. A patient with a heart rhythm disturbance
may experience shortness of breath, dizzy spells, heart
palpitations, or chest discomfort.
A specialist in cardiac electrophysiology has advanced training
to understand electrical dysfunction in the heart.
Electrophysiology services at Aurora BayCare Medical Center are
provided by The
Comprehensive Cardiovascular Care Group
Testing and treatment options for patients with heart rhythm
abnormalities include:
- EP studies and radiofrequency
- Implantation of single and dual chamber pace makers
- Implantation of internal defibrillators
Electrophysiology Study
An electrophysiology study, or EP study, is a procedure used to
diagnose electrical problems in the heart. It refers to any
procedure in which an electrode catheter is inserted into the
heart. An electrode catheter is a long, flexible wire that
transmits electrical currents to and from the heart.
Electrophysiology Surgery
Electrophysiology surgery treats certain heart conditions. The
most common procedures is cardiac ablation, but some patients
require device insertion, such as a pacemaker or internal
defibrillator.
A defibrillator resuscitates the heart if the patient undergoes
cardiac arrest, dramatically increasing the likelihood of
survival.
Cardiac Ablation
Cardiac ablation is a medical procedure used to treat some types
of arrhythmia, or heart rhythm disorders.
During cardiac ablation, a long, thin tube (or catheter) is
inserted into a blood vessel in your arm, upper thigh, or neck and
then guided into your heart. A special machine sends energy
through the ablation catheter to your heart. The energy destroys
small areas of heart tissue where abnormal heartbeats may cause an
arrhythmia to start.
Providers
Vikram
Nangia, MD
Mohammad
Mortada, MD
Mohamed
Djelmami-Hani, MD