The Department of Health National Service Framework (2005) recommends that people with symptoms and/or risk of arrhythmias should be referred to a specialist service

Within the Oxfordheart.org website you can find information on: Common symptoms such as palpitationsThe different types of arrhythmia including atrial fibrillation,atrial flutter, SVTs and ectopic beatsCommon cardiac investigations such as ECGs, echocardiograms and Holter monitorsTreatment strategies such as medication and catheter ablationAssessing riskAtrial fibrillation stroke prevention options

Anyone who suffers from or cares for people with heart rhythm disorders or just wants to understand more about the diagnosis and treatment of arrhythmias should find this website helpful and informative.
Although the site is dedicated to patients who have been referred to Oxford for investigation and treatment it should also provide a valuable resource for anyone with a possible heart rhythm problem, no matter where they live or where they are treated.

If you would like to find out how to receive investigation and treatment for heart rhythm problems in Oxford, click here