Cardioversion
Cardioversion is a medical procedure that restores a normal heart rhythm in people with certain types of abnormal heartbeats (arrhythmias). Cardioversion is usually done by sending electric shocks to the heart through electrodes placed on the chest. Its also possible to do cardioversion with medications. Cardioversion is usually a scheduled procedure thats performed in a hospital. For most people, cardioversion quickly restores a normal heart rhythm.
Risks:
· Dislodged blood clots
· Skin burns
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