Electrical Precision: The Arrhythmia Clinic What is the Arrhythmia Clinic? The Arrhythmia Clinic is a high-level diagnostic and therapeutic pathway focused on disorders of the heart rhythm. Your heart relies on a precise electrical circuit to pump blood; when this circuit is disrupted, the heart may beat too fast (tachycardia), too slow (bradycardia), or irregularly (such as Atrial Fibrillation). During your visit, our Electrophysiologists (cardiac electricians) use advanced monitoring technology to capture and analyze your heart''s rhythm in real-time. This often involves High-Resolution Electrocardiography (ECG), Holter Monitoring, or Cardiac Event Recording. For complex cases, we may utilize 3D Cardiac Mapping to pinpoint the exact location of abnormal electrical signals within the heart chambers. Why is this Procedure Personally Vital for You? An irregular heartbeat is not just a sensation; it can affect your energy levels, increase stroke risk, or lead to heart muscle weakness. This pathway is personally vital for you if: You Experience Palpitations or "Skipped" Beats: Identifying the source of these sensations is the first step in determining if they are benign or require surgical/medical intervention. Syncope (Fainting) or Dizziness has Occurred: These are often warning signs that the heart’s electrical system is failing to provide enough blood flow to the brain. Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) Management is Required: AFib is a leading cause of stroke; our clinic focuses on "rhythm control" and "rate control" strategies to stabilize your heart and protect your brain. You are a Candidate for Device Therapy: We evaluate the need for specialized implants such as Pacemakers for slow rhythms or ICDs (Defibrillators) for life-threatening fast rhythms. The Path to Rhythm Stability and Recovery The goal of the Arrhythmia Clinic is to restore a natural, efficient heartbeat while stabilizing your cardiovascular endurance. This pathway is designed to: Provide Targeted Electrophysiological Mapping: We identify the "short circuits" in your heart, allowing us to plan for definitive treatments like Radiofrequency Ablation, which "resets" the heart''s electrical path. Ensure Clinical Readiness through Rigorous Screening: To ensure your heart''s structure can support a healthy rhythm, we require a full medical history, diagnostic X-rays (specifically a chest X-ray to evaluate heart size and electrode placement), and comprehensive blood tests (including thyroid function tests, electrolytes like potassium and magnesium, and kidney function). A Focused Recovery and Stabilization Window: Whether your rhythm is corrected via medication titration, electrical cardioversion, or a minor invasive procedure, the heart’s conduction system requires time to adjust to its new "tempo." We focus on a 2–3 week recovery and stabilization period. This window is essential for confirming the success of the rhythm correction, ensuring your blood-thinning or anti-arrhythmic medications are perfectly balanced, and allowing our medical board to confirm your heart is perfectly stabilized before you return to high-intensity activities. All details are subject to doctor evaluation for the final treatment plan.