Procedure Information

Cardioversion is a procedure to correct arrhythmias (a heartbeat that is too slow, too fast or irregular). Having an arrhythmia may prevent your body from getting the blood and oxygen it needs. Chemical cardioversion uses medicines, while electrical cardioversion uses electric shocks to treat arrhythmia.

A left heart catheterization is a procedure to look at your heart and its arteries. You may need this procedure if you have chest pain, heart disease or your heart is not working as it should.

Prior to your surgery, you can play an important role in your own healthcare. The skin normally has germs and bacteria on it. Before surgery, we need to be sure that your skin is clean and free of germs.

An implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) is a small device that monitors your heart rate and rhythm.

An Atrial Septal Defect Repair (ASD) is surgery to close a hole in the septum (wall) between the upper chambers of your heart.

Cardiac ablation is a procedure to treat an arrhythmia, or an abnormal heart rhythm. Your heart rhythm is controlled by electrical pathways in your heart.

A cardiac loop recorder is a device used to diagnose heart rhythm problems, such as a fast or irregular heartbeat.

Cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) is a procedure used to treat problems with how your heart beats.

Endovenous ablation is a procedure that uses radiofrequency or laser energy to treat varicose veins.

An electrophysiology study (EPS) is a test to show the electrical activity in your heart. Your heart’s electrical system controls your heartbeat. A problem with your heart’s electrical system may lead to abnormal heartbeats. EPS helps healthcare providers find the area in your heart causing abnormal heartbeats.

The pacemaker generator sends electrical impulses to your heart. This makes your heart beat correctly.

A minimally invasive maze procedure is an endoscopic surgery done to treat atrial fibrillation.

Right heart catheterization is a procedure to check the pressure in your heart and lungs.

Inferior vena cava (IVC) filter removal is a procedure to remove your IVC filter. Your IVC filter is usually removed when your risk for a blood clot has decreased.

Inferior vena cava filter placement is a procedure to place a filter into your inferior vena cava (IVC).

A pacemaker is a small device placed in your chest. It helps control your heartbeat. You may need a pacemaker if your heartbeat is too slow, too fast or irregular.

Coronary intravascular stent placement is a procedure to place a stent in a blocked or narrowed artery of your heart.

Peripheral vascular angioplasty is a procedure to open blocked or narrowed arteries in your legs.

A transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE) is a procedure used to check for problems with your heart.