When is an EPS advised?

Electro Physiological Study is a study or test that maps the electrical conduction system in the heart.

An EPS is required

• To identify the underlying cause of symptoms thought to be a heart rhythm disturbance.
• To assess abnormally fast or slow heart beats.
• To assess the effectiveness of medications, which are taken to regulate a heart rhythm disturbance
• To check the functioning of devices such as an implantable defibrillator.
• To help answer some of the questions the doctor has about the patient’s electrical heart system in order to assist him in choosing the best treatment plan.

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