Connect
← Return to Atrial Flutter with Metoprolol, Eliquis and Amiodarone
Discussion
Atrial Flutter with Metoprolol, Eliquis and Amiodarone
Heart Rhythm Conditions | Last Active: 5 days ago | Replies (10)Comment receiving replies
I echo the onus on the patient to check out the best local EPs. It's a must. You want those who can do even complex cases. If necessary, see some outside your area. It's worth the cost generally.
I had two ablations within seven months, same gentleman physician. I am now 31 months free of AF (atrial fibrillation). Ablations have a high success rate, especially a second one for the same problem.
I was on amiodarone for eight weeks just after the first ablation failed. Worked well for me, no discernible side-effects. I knew about the drug when it was suggested to me, and was reluctant. Still, worth a try for a short term, and I don't regret the 8 week trial or remedy. It can calm an irritable heart. Worked for me.
Replies to "I echo the onus on the patient to check out the best local EPs. It's a..."
Connect
@gloaming Prior to my ablation I was seeing a "cardiologist. Started off with a couple of drugs. They stopped working after awhile, and I would get another one. Went to his office one day and was shocked to see all these people with literally tackle boxes full of different meds. Walked out. Called the Cleveland Clinic and made an appointment. The doctor I met with does over a 100 ablations a year. As I said earlier he performed the ablation on a Monday and was out on Wednesday. And never had another issue. Who you have performing the ablation is critical. Find the best doctor who has performed the ablations successfully. You have one heart, again find the best doctor that you can. Do not give it a second thought about traveling to a place where the expertise is well documented. Like the Mayo Clinic or the Cleveland clinic