Dr Soumen Devidutta

  Irregularheartbeats also known as arrhythmias can lead to fatigue, dizziness, palpitations, or even life-threatening complications like stroke or sudden cardiac arrest. Thanks to advances in cardiac electrophysiology, modern therapies such as Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy (CRT), Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators (ICDs), and effective management strategies for Atrial Fibrillation (AF) are giving patients longer, healthier lives. What Is Atrial Fibrillation (AF)? Atrial Fibrillation (AF) is the most common type of arrhythmia, where the upper chambers of the heart (atria) beat irregularly and often rapidly. This can cause poor blood flow, leading to: ·   Palpitations ·   Shortness of breath ·    Fatigue ·   Increased risk of stroke Treatment Options for AF: ·   Medications to control rate or rhythm ·   Catheter ablation for long-term rhythm correction ·   Blood th...

  Irregular heart rhythms , known as arrhythmias , can disrupt daily life, cause significant discomfort, and in some cases, become life-threatening. Among the most effective treatments available today is cardiac ablation , a minimally invasive procedure that targets and corrects the source of abnormal electrical signals in the heart. Over the past decade, there have been remarkable advancements in cardiac ablation techniques, making the procedure safer, more precise, and more effective than ever before. Let’s explore how these innovations are transforming heart rhythm care. What Is Cardiac Ablation? Cardiac ablation is a procedure that uses heat (radiofrequency) or cold energy (cryoablation) to destroy tiny areas of heart tissue responsible for abnormal electrical impulses. A thin, flexible catheter is guided through blood vessels to the heart, where the faulty tissue is carefully ablated. It is most commonly used to treat: Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) Supraventricu...

When a patient's heart rhythm slows down significantly, pacemakers have long been the trusted solution. Traditional pacing methods, such as right ventricular (RV) pacing , have helped millions lead healthier lives. However, in recent years, a more advanced and physiologic approach called Conduction System Pacing (CSP) has emerged offering significant benefits over conventional methods. Let’s explore why Conduction System Pacing is redefining how we treat bradyarrhythmias and heart failure. What Is Conduction System Pacing? Conduction System Pacing involves directly stimulating the heart’s natural electrical pathways  such as the His bundle or left bundle branch  to restore a  more natural and synchronized heartbeat. Unlike traditional RV pacing that bypasses the conduction system and activates the heart in an unnatural sequence, CSP preserves the heart’s natural electrical and mechanical function. Limitat...