Frequently asked questions
What is Electrophysiology?
Cardiac electrophysiology is a sub-specialty of cardiology which deals with the study of the heart’s electrical system. The term “electrophysiology study” or “EP study” applies to any procedure that requires the insertion of small removable catheters into the heart to make electrical measurements.
Electrophysiology studies may be done to diagnose electrical abnormalities to access the heart for treatment or correction of certain conditions, such as Pacemaker Implantation, ICD Insertion, or Cardiac Ablation.
What is an Arrhythmia?
An irregularity in the heart’s electrical system is called an arrhythmia, or heart rhythm disorder. Rhythm disorders can cause the heart to beat too slowly (Bradycardia) or too fast (Tachyarrhythmia).
For the most common arrhythmias, the procedural success rate by experienced operators is in the range of 90-99%. The risks of the procedure are generally small and often only related to intravenous puncture. Serious cardiac complications are uncommon, but can occur.
Services Provided
- Arrhythmia Consultation
- Electrocardiogram (ECG)
- Exercise ECG or Stress Test
- Holter or Event Monitor
- Implantable Loop Recorder
- Radiofrequency ablation of SVT, Atrial fibrillation and VT
- Transseptal catheterization
- Left atrial appendage closure (Watchman)
- Implantation, evaluation and follow-up of pacemakers
- Implantation, evaluation and follow-up of implantable cardioverter defibrillators and cardiac resynchronization devices
- Tilt Table Studies