March 20, 2018—This position statement summarizes knowledge and provides recommendations on diagnosis and treatment of arrhythmias in patients with congenital heart defects (CHD), because, in many cases, the anatomy and management of arrhythmias in adult patients cannot directly be applied to patients with CHD. This document mainly addresses arrhythmias in adult CHD.
The Heart Rhythm Society endorsed the document on October 5, 2017.Â
HRS Endorsed
- Yes
Topic
- Ablation
- Clinical EP
- Clinical Topics
- Heart Failure / CRT
- Ventricular Arrythmias
Resource Type
- Clinical Guidelines
- Position Statement
Related Resources
Clinical Guidelines
2026 HRS/AHA/APHRS/EHRA/IDSA/LAHRS/PACES/STS Expert Consensus Statement Update on Cardiovascular Implantable Electronic Device Lead Management and Extraction
Provides updated guidance on CIED lead management and extraction, including indications, procedural safety, and team-based care.
April 23, 2026
Clinical Guidelines
2025 SCAI/HRS Clinical Practice Guidelines on Transcatheter Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion
Evidence-based guidance from SCAI and HRS on the use of transcatheter left atrial appendage occlusion for stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation, including patient selection, imaging,…
August 4, 2025
Position Statement
2014 FDASIA Health IT Report
In July 20104, HRS submitted public comments in response to the 2014 FDASIA…
February 26, 2025