Ablation for Atrial Fibrillation: Pros and Cons

Datuk Dr Razali Omar, Consultant Electrophysiologist & Cardiologist, Cardiac Vascular Sentral KL

06-Oct-20 16:00

Ablation for Atrial Fibrillation: Pros and Cons

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More and more young people are being diagnosed with atrial fibrillation (AF). With the increased risk of stroke and sudden death associated with AF, what kind of treatment can improve quality of life for young adults? In the second part of our World Heart Day special, Datuk Dr Razali Omar, Consultant Electrophysiologist & Cardiologist from Cardiac Vascular Sentral KL, joins us to discuss the pros and cons of ablation as a treatment option.

Listen to Part 1 of the World Heart Day 2020 special.

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Produced by: Tee Shiao Eek

Presented by: Tee Shiao Eek

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Categories: Health Policy, Diseases and Conditions, Mental Health, Healthy Living, Fitness, Science, Medical Innovation and Technology

Tags: The Bigger Picture, Health & Living, CVS KL, Atrial Fibrillation, Stroke, Ablation, Cardiovascular,

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