When can I return to work after cardioversion?
You should not attempt to work, exercise or do anything strenuous until your doctor tells you it is okay to do so. After your cardioversion procedure, your cardiologist or electrophysiologist will make sure that you are taking a blood-thinning medication (anticoagulant) for at least a month in most cases.
How long does chest hurt after cardioversion?
It is very common for patients have a sharp chest pain that usually worsens with deep breathing. It can worsen over the first few days after the procedure and then gradually resolves over the next 2-3 weeks.
How will I feel after electrical cardioversion?
After the procedure, you may have redness, like a sunburn, where the patches were. The medicines you got to make you sleepy may make you feel drowsy for the rest of the day. Your doctor may have you take medicines to help the heart beat normally and to prevent blood clots.
What should you monitor after cardioversion?
A cardioversion procedure is performed in a closely monitored hospital-based setting, such as an intensive care unit, an emergency department, or a specially equipped procedure room. The patient’s heart rate and rhythm, blood pressure, breathing rate, and oxygen levels are monitored.
Are you tired after cardioversion?
You may be drowsy after your cardioversion and for the rest of the day if you had sedative medications. You will need a ride home from the hospital. It is a good idea to have someone stay with you for the first 24 hours.
Is it normal to have a headache after cardioversion?
After your cardioversion, you may get headaches and dizziness from a drop in your blood pressure. You may also feel a small amount of discomfort in your chest where the shock was given. Feeling sick is also a common side effect of an anaesthetic.
What should I eat after cardioversion?
Aim to eat a heart-healthy diet, including:
- Fruits.
- Vegetables.
- Whole grains.
- Low-fat or fat-free dairy products.
- Proteins such as lean meats, nuts, seeds and beans.
- Foods low in salt, added sugars, saturated fat and trans fat.
What are the after effects of a cardioversion?
Major risks of cardioversion include: Dislodged blood clots. Some people who have irregular heartbeats have blood clots in their hearts. Electric cardioversion can cause these blood clots to move to other parts of your body.
What are the side effects of a cardioversion?
Major risks of cardioversion include:
- Dislodged blood clots. Some people who have irregular heartbeats have blood clots in their hearts.
- Abnormal heart rhythm. In rare cases, some people who have cardioversion develop other heart rhythm problems during or after the procedure.
- Skin burns.
Can you drink coffee after cardioversion?
Despite prior concerns, experts have concluded that coffee and tea are safe for patients with an abnormal heart rhythm, based on a review of all available evidence.
How is the transesophageal echocardiogram used in cardioversion?
Your cardiologist will decide if you need a transesophageal echocardiogram before cardioversion. In a transesophageal echocardiogram, your throat is numbed and a flexible tube containing a transducer is guided down your throat and into your esophagus, which connects your mouth to your stomach.
How long is the Cleveland Clinic electrical cardioversion procedure?
The procedure itself lasts only a few minutes. However, the preparation and recovery time for the procedure may add a few hours to your appointment. Please plan to stay at Cleveland Clinic 4 to 6 hours for your appointment.
How long do you stay in recovery after cardioversion?
You will be in recovery for 1-2 hours after your procedure. Medication may still need to be taken after Cardioversion to keep the heart rhythm normal. You will need someone to drive you home after your procedure.
What’s the difference between cardioversion and Electrocardioversion?
Electric cardioversion allows your doctor to instantly see if the procedure has restored a normal heartbeat. Electric cardioversion takes less time than cardioversion done solely with medications. If your doctor recommends cardioversion with medications to restore your heart’s rhythm, you won’t receive electric shocks to your heart.