Ablation is a nonsurgical procedure used to correct arrhythmias, which are irregular heartbeats. Here are some key points about ablation:

- Types: It may also be referred to as catheter ablation, radiofrequency ablation, or cryoablation
- Procedure:
- The cardiologist makes a small hole in the groin and inserts a thin, Show Full Answer

Ablation is a nonsurgical procedure used to correct arrhythmias, which are irregular heartbeats. Here are some key points about ablation:

- Types: It may also be referred to as catheter ablation, radiofrequency ablation, or cryoablation.
- Procedure:
- The cardiologist makes a small hole in the groin and inserts a thin, flexible guide wire.
- A thin tube called a sheath catheter is inserted through the artery into the heart.
- Thin wires called electrode catheters are threaded through the arteries.
- The cardiologist identifies and targets the areas producing the abnormal heart rhythm.
- Cells in the targeted area are destroyed using radiofrequency (heat energy), cryoablation (cold), or electrical cauterization.
- Purpose: By destroying and scarring small areas of tissue within the heart responsible for sending electrical signals, normal heart rhythms can be restored.
- Sedation: Most patients are sedated by intravenous medication but remain awake during the procedure.

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