Pulsed-field ablation improves safety at Medical City Decatur
Decatur, Texas — Heart care in Wise County just took a major step forward during February Heart Month with the addition of pulsed field ablation (PFA) at Medical City Decatur.
PFA is an innovative and enhanced treatment for atrial fibrillation (AFib), the most common irregular heart rhythm. This advanced procedure can help cure occasional or persistent AFib, which affects about 12 million people in the U.S., according to the CDD, and offers patients in Wise County access to even more precise heart care close to home.
“Introducing pulsed field ablation at Medical City Decatur is an exciting step forward in expanding cardiac care for our community,” says Jason Wren, CEO of Medical City Decatur. “Patients deserve high-quality advanced treatment options right here in Wise County, and this technology reinforces our commitment to safe, excellent and compassionate care.”
Benefits of pulsed field ablation:
- Shorter procedure time
- Surrounding tissue protection
- Reduced risk, including anesthesia time
- Quicker recovery
AFib can lead to life-threatening blood clots, stroke and heart failure. Symptoms include:
- Fast, fluttering or pounding heartbeat
- Chest pain
- Extreme fatigue
- Lightheadedness
For more information about cardiac services at Medical City Decatur, click here.