AFIB & Arrhythmia Treatment
Turn to the heart rhythm experts serving LA County at PIH Health for a diagnosis and high-quality treatment of arrhythmia, including atrial fibrillation (AFIB).
What's Arrhythmia?
Arrhythmia is an abnormal heartbeat. Irregular heartbeats don’t always cause symptoms.
When to See a Specialist
Talk to your doctor if you notice symptoms such as:
- Chest pain
- Confusion
- Fainting or dizziness
- Fatigue
- Feeling like your heart is skipping beats or is beating too hard
- Shortness of breath
- Swollen feet, ankles and legs
Arrhythmia Diagnosis
Access a wide range of advanced screening and diagnostic tests at PIH Health, including:
- Echocardiogram – Looks at the structure and function of your heart
- Electrocardiogram (EKG) – Reviews electrical signals from your heart over a few minutes to check for heart conditions
- Heart monitoring – Checks the rhythm of your heart with a device you wear for longer, up to 30 days
Electrophysiology Studies
Electrophysiology (EP) studies examine the electrical system of the heart. EP studies diagnose precisely where the irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia) is coming from and if found can be treated by catheter ablation, neutralizing the irregular beats.
Conditions We Treat
At PIH Health, you’ll find complete care for irregular heart rhythms, including:
Treatments for Irregular Heart Rhythm
Rely on your care team to create a personalized treatment plan, which may include:
- Radiofrequency ablation – Destroys a small area of tissue causing the abnormal heartbeats
- Heart surgery and procedures including left atrial appendage closure (LAAC)
- Lifestyle changes such as eating a heart-healthy diet, being physically active and avoiding caffeine, alcohol and tobacco
- Medications to control your heart rate or rhythm
