Arrhythmia: Understand the Causes and Symptoms, Get Treatment at Mandaya Heart Center.

Have you ever felt your heart beating irregularly? If so, you might be experiencing heart arrhythmia. Heart arrhythmia is a condition where the heartbeat is irregular or abnormal. It can happen to anyone, regardless of gender or age. The Mandaya Heart Center is here to provide treatment and care for heart arrhythmias, supported by the latest technology and experienced cardiologists who specialize in arrhythmia, having treated hundreds of arrhythmia patients.

In most cases, heart arrhythmia is not dangerous and does not require treatment. However, if it persists, it may increase the risk of a heart attack, stroke, or heart failure. Therefore, it is important to understand the causes, symptoms, prevention, and proper treatment of heart arrhythmia.

 

Symptoms of Heart Arrhythmia

Some common symptoms of heart arrhythmia include:

– Palpitations or a heartbeat that is too slow
– A sensation of the heart pausing or “skipping” a beat
– Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
– Dizziness or feeling weak
– Chest pain or discomfort

How is Heart Arrhythmia Diagnosed?

The diagnosis of heart arrhythmia involves several steps, such as:

1. Electrocardiogram (ECG): A test performed to record the electrical activity of the heart. This test can help doctors identify the type of arrhythmia you are experiencing.
2. Holter Monitor: A Holter monitor is a device used to record the electrical activity of the heart over 24 hours or more. This test can help doctors identify arrhythmias that occur at specific times during the monitoring period.
3. Echocardiogram: A test performed to examine the structure and function of the heart using sound waves. This test can help doctors evaluate any damage or abnormalities in the heart that may cause arrhythmia.
4. Treadmill Test: A diagnostic test used to assess a person’s heart health. This test involves using a treadmill or exercise machine that can be adjusted in speed and incline, along with heart monitoring equipment connected to the patient.

Heart Arrhythmia Treatment at Mandaya Heart Center

Cardiac Ablation

A medical procedure aimed at destroying abnormal heart tissue and correcting irregular heartbeats. Before ablation, a 3D mapping is performed, involving the insertion of a catheter through the groin blood vessels to reach the heart, using only local anesthesia without open surgery. Once clearly mapped, the arrhythmia specialist will easily locate the problematic electrical point in the heart and proceed with the ablation process, which involves disabling the heart’s electrical generator. Once the damaged or abnormal heart muscle tissue is destroyed or disabled, the electrical signals in the heart can flow with a normal rhythm, thus helping to reduce or eliminate arrhythmia symptoms.

The doctor is performing a 3D cardiac ablation procedure.

Pacemaker

A medical procedure aimed at helping to maintain a normal heartbeat. This device works by sending electrical signals to the heart to correct abnormal heartbeats. The installation of this device is performed by a cardiologist and requires strict supervision and care.

Location of Pacemaker Installation

Heart arrhythmia is a condition where the heartbeat is irregular or abnormal. If you experience symptoms of heart arrhythmia, consult a doctor at the Mandaya Heart Center to receive the appropriate treatment. Additionally, adopting a healthy lifestyle is very important to prevent heart arrhythmia.

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