About Electrophysiology Study
Key Highlights
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Provides a detailed, real-time map of the heart's electrical activity.Precisely identifies the origin and mechanism of complex arrhythmias.Helps determine the most effective treatment strategy (medication, ablation, device).Can be combined with a therapeutic procedure like catheter ablation during the same session.Minimally invasive with a relatively short procedure time.
Who is this surgery for?
- Unexplained fainting spells (syncope) or near-fainting.
- Diagnosis of complex or recurrent arrhythmias like atrial fibrillation, ventricular tachycardia, or supraventricular tachycardia (SVT).
- Evaluating the effectiveness of anti-arrhythmic medications.
- Assessing the risk of sudden cardiac death in patients with certain heart conditions.
- Planning for a catheter ablation procedure to treat an arrhythmia.
- Investigating abnormal findings on an ECG or Holter monitor.
How to prepare
- Discuss all current medications with your doctor; you may need to stop certain heart or blood-thinning drugs days before.
- Fast (no food or drink) for 6-12 hours before the procedure.
- Arrange for someone to drive you home after the procedure, as sedation is often used.
- Inform the doctor of any allergies, especially to iodine, contrast dye, or medications.
- Wear comfortable clothing and remove all jewelry.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding, bruising, or infection at the catheter insertion site.
- Damage to blood vessels or the heart (perforation), which is rare but serious.
- Blood clots that could lead to stroke or heart attack.
- Worsening of the existing arrhythmia during the study, which is typically managed immediately.
- Reaction to sedation or contrast dye.
- Radiation exposure from X-ray guidance, though kept to a minimum.
Recovery & hospital stay
- You will rest in a recovery area for several hours; vital signs and the insertion site are monitored closely.
- You must lie flat for 2-6 hours to prevent bleeding from the groin site.
- Drink plenty of fluids to help flush contrast dye from your system.
- Avoid strenuous activity, heavy lifting, and driving for 24-48 hours or as advised.
- Contact your doctor immediately if you notice increased pain, swelling, redness, or fever at the insertion site, or if you feel faint.
- Attend all follow-up appointments to discuss the results and next steps.
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Typical hospital stay: 1 day (often outpatient)
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Expected recovery time: 2-3 days for normal activity, 1-2 weeks for full recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering electrophysiology study in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for electrophysiology study in Turkey include Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, Liv Hospital Ankara, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform electrophysiology study. MediFyr helps you compare cardiologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for electrophysiology study compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 544 – USD 2,719 | 1 day (often outpatient) | ~ 2-3 days for normal activity, 1-2 weeks for full recovery | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 4,026 – USD 20,131 | 1 day (often outpatient) | ~ 2-3 days for normal activity, 1-2 weeks for full recovery | Know More |
Top hospitals for Electrophysiology Study in Turkey
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