An ICD is surgically placed to treat fast irregular heartbeats that could be life threatening. This device uses electrical impulses to correct the irregular heartbeat. Ablation Therapy Ablation therapy is used to treat cardiac rhythm disorders such as rapid heart rates. A heated catheter is used to disrupt the pathway and stops the rapid heartbeat. A catheter is inserted into a vein in your groin and guided to the heart.
Liquid dye is injected into the heart chambers.
Pictures are taken while the dye is circulating throughout the heart muscle providing clear information concerning the anatomy of your heart. A small portable device is utilized to diagnose irregular heart rates and rhythms. This procedure allows the physicians to diagnose symptoms that are infrequent and sporadic. Angioplasty and Stenting Angioplasty uses a balloon tipped catheter to open blocked arteries by pushing the blockage against the artery wall. In some patients, a stent, or small wire frame can be inserted into an artery to keep the artery open.