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An Electrophysiology (EP) Study is a test that is used to understand and map the electrical activity within your heart. This procedure aids in diagnosing the cause of heart rhythm problems (arrhythmias) and helps guide treatment options.
The procedure is conducted in a special room called an electrophysiology lab under the supervision of a cardiologist specialized in electrophysiology. It involves inserting one or more thin, flexible tubes, called catheters, into a blood vessel (usually in the groin or neck) and guiding them to the heart with the help of X-ray imaging.
Once the catheters are in place, they are used to send small electrical impulses to the heart, which may induce the arrhythmia. This helps the doctor to analyze the spread of these impulses throughout the heart during each beat and locate the areas causing the rhythm problems.
The EP Study can provide essential information about the nature of the abnormal heart rhythm, which cannot be obtained from an ECG, a stress test, or any other non-invasive test. It can help determine whether the patient would benefit from treatments like medication, a pacemaker, an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD), cardiac ablation, or surgery.
Although an EP Study is an invasive procedure, it is generally safe with a low risk of complications. However, as with any medical procedure, there may be potential risks which should be discussed with the healthcare provider before the procedure.