SURGICAL ABLATION

Jul 10 2025HEALTH

Long-Term Effects of Heart Rhythm Fixes During Valve Surgery

Heart rhythm issues frequently accompany heart valve problems. When someone undergoes surgery to repair a mitral valve, doctors often address any irregular heartbeat simultaneously. This combined approach is known as surgical ablation. However, there's limited information on how patients fare in the long term after these dual procedures. A team of researchers set ou...

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