Heart Rhythm Disorders (cont.)
Medical Author:
Kenneth Ong, MD
Coauthor:
William G McDonald, MD, FAAEM
Coauthor:
Kathryn L Hale, MS, PA-C
Medical Editor:
Alan D Forker, MD
Medical Editor:
Francisco Talavera, PharmD, PhD
Medical Editor:
Anthony Anker, MD, FAAEM
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Next StepsFollow-upFollow-up is usually done with the primary care provider and often with a heart specialist. The patient is monitored for effectiveness of treatment, recurrence of symptoms or arrhythmia, side effects of medication, additional routine testing, and overall condition. For those requiring pacemakers, follow-up on a regular basis is mandatory. Viewer Comments & ReviewsHeart Rhythm Disorders: What Type of DisorderThe eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:Please describe what type of heart rhythm disorder you have. Heart Rhythm Disorders - SymptomsThe eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:What are your heart rhythm disorder symptoms? |
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