What is the required follow-up after atrial fibrillation ablation?
In the first couple of weeks after the ablation procedure, you must notify our office (904-388-1820) immediately if you experience fever, severe chills, weakness in an arm or leg, difficulty speaking or any signs of bleeding from the groin site, mouth or in the stool. In addition, over the first 3-6 months, call if you experience progressive shortness of breath or a new recurrence of palpitations. Typical follow-up after atrial fibrillation ablation includes a visit within a month and at 3, 6, 12, 18 and 24 months post-procedurally. We will perform periodic Holter monitors or other telephone-based monitoring of your heart rhythm. If atrial fibrillation recurs, we may consider a repeat procedure or re-institution of anti-arrhythmic medications as appropriate.
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