electrophysiology study

An electrophysiology study is a medical procedure used to examine the electrical activity of the heart. Small, flexible wires called catheters are inserted into blood vessels and guided to the heart. These catheters measure the heart’s electrical signals and how they travel through the heart tissue. The procedure helps identify abnormal heart rhythms, pinpoint their location, and determine the most effective treatment. It is typically performed by a specialized cardiologist in a hospital setting, often with sedation, to diagnose or plan procedures like arrhythmia treatments or ablation.