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Medical Conditions - Electrical Cardioversion

Electrical cardioversion is the use of high-energy electrical shock to reset the abnormal heartbeat or arrhythmia. In arrhythmia, the heartbeat is faster than usual. Cardioversion is mostly used in atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, ventricular tachycardia, etc. Cardioversion machine delivers high energy shock through soft electrode pads placed on the chest.

All electrical cardioversion Q&A

Is cardioversion high-risk for atrial fibrillation patients?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern.Cardioversion will not be more detrimental if one is in sinus rhythm, but its benefits are doubtful.

Is anticoagulation needed before or after cardioversion?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern.

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Is ablation necessary for atrial flutter?

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