Managing Atrial Fibrillation

The goals for management of atrial fibrillation include one or more of the following treatments:

  • Restoring normal heart rhythm by either chemical or electric cardioversions, or by radio frequency
    ablation (PVI).

  • Controlling heart-rate to prevent heart failure. Several medications may be used to achieve this rate control.

  • Preventing blood clots from forming in the left atrium and thus preventing strokes. This process is called anti-coagulation and is best achieved with the medication Coumadin / Warfarin.

    Best Candidates for AF Ablation or PVI

    Who are the best candidates for AF Ablation or PVI ?

  • Persons having a history of symptomatic, paroxysmal or long standing atrial fibrillation.

  • Those who have continued symptoms of atrial fibrillation despite treatment with medications.

  • Those who cannot tolerate antiarrhythmic drugs or have had complications from these drugs.


    Learning About Cartomerge™ Technology

    The electrophysiology (EP) lab at California Pacific Medical Centerhave the latest technology, improving the outcomes and the safety for atrial fibrillation (AF) treatment. Learn more about our CARTOMERGE™ Technology