An EP study, like any other surgery, comes with a few risks, including:
- Bleeding or infection at the site where catheter is introduced
- Damage to the blood vessels
- Puncture of your heart
- Damage to your heart valves
- Damage to your heart's electrical system
- Blood clots in your legs or lungs
- Stroke or heart attack
Watch this video to get a better understanding of the EP study and risks associated with it
Reference - Health Encyclopedia. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://johnshopkinshealthcare.staywellsolutionsonline.com/Library/Encyclopedia/92,P07971