Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome

Overview

Wolff-Parkinson-White (WPW) syndrome is a condition in which a particular type of abnormal, extra electrical pathway between your heart's upper chambers (atria) and lower chambers (ventricles) causes a rapid heartbeat (tachycardia).

Why choose Mayo Clinic

• Expertise and experience. Mayo Clinic doctors have expertise and experience in evaluating and treating people who have Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome and other heart rhythm conditions (arrhythmias).
• Team approach. At Mayo Clinic, doctors trained in heart conditions (cardiologists), heart rhythm conditions (electrophysiologists), heart surgery (cardiac surgeons) and other specialties work together to provide your care.
• Technology. Mayo Clinic doctors use advanced technology to diagnose and treat Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome.
• Research. Mayo Clinic doctors conduct research in Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome and other heart rhythm conditions and conduct clinical trials.

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