To destroy an ectopic area in the heart that is producing an arrhythmia,the patient underwent an RFA procedure,which stands for radiofrequency ablation.

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RFA (radiofrequency ablation) is a procedure that uses heat to destroy small areas of heart tissue that are causing arrhythmias. It is a minimally invasive procedure where a thin, flexible tube (catheter) with an electrode on the end is guided through a vein in the groin or arm to the heart, where the electrode delivers high-frequency energy to the tissue to destroy it. This is an effective treatment for many types of arrhythmias, including those caused by ectopic foci in the heart.

To Destroy an Ectopic Area in the Heart That Is