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  • What are the different types of ablation procedures?

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    The different types of ablation procedures are primarily based on the medical device used and the part of the body it is focused on. They include catheter ablation, cryoablation, endovenous thermal ablation, ultrasound ablation, septal ablation, minimally invasive surgical ablation, radiofrequency ablation, modified maze procedure, endometrial abla
  • What foods should be avoided after an ablation procedure?

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    Foods that contain an excessive amount of salt, spirit, and caffeine should be completely avoided. Foods with margarine that contains high trans-fat should be avoided. Other made using vegetable oils that are hydrogenated, chips and wafers and deep-fried foods and snacks should be avoided. People should also stay away from packaged foods like bread
  • How do blood thinners help atrial fibrillation?

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    Warfarin or newer blood thinners such as rivaroxaban or dabigatran are effective for preventing strokes in patients with atrial fibrillation. They actually slow or stop clot formation, so are more "anti-clotting" drugs, even though they are known as blood thinners.