Is it possible to have stroke-like symptoms with an aortic valve problem?
Some diseases of the aortic valve may lead to stroke-like symptoms or a definite stroke. Narrowing of the aortic valve...
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I am an active 22-year-old male that exercises regularly, but get palpitations and lightheadedness with exercise and at rest. An EKG has shown Incomplete Right Bundle Branch Block. Should I be concerned?
The IRBBB is probably inconsequential and it is not the cause of pain or racing heart. A continuous monitor for...
If one has 5-6 episodes of SVT in a year, would you recommend ablation or staying on medication?
You are an excellent candidate for ablation. The first line of therapy is ablation with success rate of more than...
In treating atrial fibrillation, how does one decide between the Watchman procedure vs. the Lariat procedure?
Watchman requires 45 days of anticoagulation therapy post-implant. With Lariat, you do not need short-term anticoagulation therapy. However, not everybody...
