Cardioversion

A safe and effective treatment for abnormal heartbeats

Cardioversion is a medical procedure that is used to restore normal heart rhythm in people with certain types of irregular heartbeats, such as atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter. This safe treatment option provides effective heart rhythm management and enhances overall life quality. 

What Is Cardioversion?

Cardioversion is a procedure that involves delivering a controlled electrical shock to the heart. This shock can reset the heart’s rhythm and restore normal electrical activity. It is usually performed under sedation in a hospital or outpatient setting.

Why Is It Done?

Cardioversion is used to treat arrhythmias, including:

• Atrial fibrillation (AFib)
  
• Atrial flutter
  
• Other supraventricular tachycardias
  

Cardioversion can relieve symptoms such as palpitations, dizziness, fatigue, and shortness of breath. It can also help reduce the risk of stroke and improve heart function by restoring a normal heart rhythm.

Benefits of Cardioversion

Some of the benefits of cardioversion include:

• Restoration of normal heart rhythm quickly and effectively
• Symptom relief from arrhythmia-related symptoms
• Reduction in the risk of heart complications
• Outpatient procedure with minimal recovery time

What to Expect

• You will receive sedation before the procedure.
• Electrodes will be placed on your chest to deliver the electrical shock.
• The entire procedure usually takes less than 30 minutes.
• Most patients can go home the same day.

At IVY Cardiovascular & Vein Center, our specialists are experienced in treating arrhythmias with cardioversion and other advanced therapies. Our team can guide you through the decision-making process to find out if cardioversion is suitable for your treatment.

Call (561) 210-9495 today to learn more about cardioversion and schedule your consultation.