Cardioversion.
A procedure to restore a normal heart rhythm by delivering a controlled electric shock to the heart (electrical cardioversion) or using medications (pharmacological cardioversion). Commonly used for atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter.
Definition
What is cardioversion?
A procedure to restore a normal heart rhythm by delivering a controlled electric shock to the heart (electrical cardioversion) or using medications (pharmacological cardioversion). Commonly used for atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter.
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