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Directory1.comMedical treatment is usually required if the arrhythmia is causing significant symptoms or if it is putting the patient at risk of more serious complications. Some non-serious types of arrhythmia do not require medical treatment, in which case the patient will be recommended for regular medical check-ups.
http://www.mayoclinic.org/arrhythmia/
Depending on the type and severity of your arrhythmia, and the results of various tests including the electrophysiology study, there are several treatment options. You and your doctor will decide which one is right for you.
http://www.ucsfhealth.org/adult/medical_services/heart_care/arrhythmia/conditions/arrhythmia/treatments.html
Generally considered the preferred first-treatment method for many types of arrhythmias difficult to treat with medications, catheter ablation causes little discomfort and is performed under mild sedation with local anesthesia.
http://www.providence.org/losangeles/services/heart/arrhythmia.htm
Lifestyle Modification
Antiarrhythmic Drugs
Catheter Ablation
Pacemaker
Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD)
Cardioversion
Surgery.
http://healthcare.utah.edu/cardiovascular/clinical/arrhythmiaTreatments.html