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Catheter ablation cures this disorder in most patients. The success rate for the procedure ranges between 85 - 95%. Success rate will vary depending on location of accessory pathway and number of accessory pathways. | [[Catheter ablation]] cures this disorder in most patients. The success rate for the procedure ranges between 85 - 95%. Success rate will vary depending on location of accessory pathway and number of accessory pathways. | ||
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Natural History
Complications
Complications of Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome can occur at any age, although some individuals born with an accessory pathway in the heart never experience any health problems associated with the condition.
Possible complications include:
- Complications of surgery
- Reduced blood pressure (caused by continous rapid heart rate)
- Heart failure
- Side effects of medications
- Ventricular fibrillation: It may rapidly lead to shock, and requires emergency treatment (cardioversion).
Prognosis
Catheter ablation cures this disorder in most patients. The success rate for the procedure ranges between 85 - 95%. Success rate will vary depending on location of accessory pathway and number of accessory pathways.