How long does it take to recover from radiofrequency ablation

After radiofrequency ablation is generally said to recover within two weeks time, but the specific length of time varies depending on the individual’s physical condition. Cardiac radiofrequency ablation is a minimally invasive surgery, with electrical surgery high-frequency low-power dry effect current release, local impedance effect, making the myocardial cell dehydration to form a clear border of coagulative necrosis, mainly used for the treatment of paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia, frequent premature ventricular contractions, pre-excitation syndrome and other rapid arrhythmia, the operation is less traumatic, recovery time is faster, generally no more than two weeks. Generally speaking, it is necessary to observe whether the patient’s wound has bleeding within 24 hours, and monitor the renal function within three days after the operation, and do radiofrequency ablation requires contrast, monitor the renal function to observe and understand the impact of contrast on renal function. If no special circumstances occur, patients can be discharged from the hospital in about a week’s time after the operation. However, it may take two to three months for a small amount of scarring to fully absorb, or longer if scarring is poor and bleeding is frequent. If there is any discomfort after the operation, it is recommended to consult a doctor as soon as possible to avoid any delay.