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Cardioversion — Resetting Your Heart's Rhythm
When the heart falls into an irregular rhythm like atrial fibrillation or flutter, cardioversion can restore a normal, steady beat. It's a brief, controlled procedure under light sedation — and in most cases you're home the same day. Think of it as a gentle reset: short, carefully timed, and over before you know it.
A safety step first: TEE
​​Before cardioversion, we typically perform a transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE) — a detailed ultrasound of the heart from the esophagus — to check for any blood clots. Clearing this first substantially lowers the risk of stroke during the procedure. Both the TEE and the cardioversion are performed by our interventional team.
What to expect
Under light sedation, a brief, carefully timed electrical pulse resets the heart to a normal rhythm. The procedure is short and you won't feel it while sedated. Scheduled as outpatient — nearly all patients go home the same day; you'll need someone to drive you home. Heart Rhythm Disorders →
Frequently asked questions
For referring providers — We accept referrals for elective and TEE-guided cardioversion. Refer: (918) 943-5303 · fax (855) 312-3594.