Procedure / Surgery

Protocol for Implantable Cardiac Devices in the Setting of MRI

These documents describe an IRB-approved research study and clinical safety workflow that allows patients with pacemakers/ICDs (CIEDs) to undergo clinically indicated MRI with standardized monitoring, device programming, and follow-up, while…

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MRI and Legacy Pacemaker or ICD: Patient Education and Safety Overview

This patient-facing educational handout explains the process, risks, and safeguards involved when patients with legacy (non–MRI-conditional) pacemakers or implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) undergo MRI imaging. It is designed to support…

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Atrial Fibrillation Convergent Hybrid Ablation: Patient Education Overview

This patient-facing educational resource explains the Convergent Hybrid Ablation procedure for atrial fibrillation, a two-stage treatment option designed for patients with persistent or long-standing AF who continue to have symptoms…

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Preparing for Your Implantable Cardiac Device: Infection Prevention and Pre-Implant Readiness

This patient-facing educational handout provides clear, step-by-step guidance to help reduce infection risk and support optimal recovery for patients undergoing implantable cardiac device procedures. Designed for use before pacemaker, ICD,…

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Anesthesia Checklist for EP Procedures

The Anesthesia Checklist for EP Procedures provides a structured and safe approach for anesthesia management during electrophysiology (EP) procedures.

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Atrial Fibrillation Ablation Patient Education

This short video provides patients with information about the ablation procedure and important discharge education in the immediate post procedure period. Are you a patient or caregiver looking for resources…

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Management of Pacemaker or Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Devices in a Procedural Setting

Care Pathways/CDS: The purpose of this guideline document is to establish a process for the safe management of patients with Cardiovascular Implantable Electronic Devices (CIED) around the time of surgeries or procedures.

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AF Agile Pathway – Ambulatory

AF Agile Pathway – Ambulatory

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EP Preprocedure Site Prep One-Pager

Checklists: UW Health Nursing One Pager – Electrophysiology Procedure Site Preparation

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EPS/Ablation Coordination Checklist

Checklists: Checklist for care coordination for EPS/Ablation.

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