The management of atrial fibrillation is often complex, and can involve a variety of drugs as well as surgery to reduce the risks associated with it, especially stroke Abstract The management of ...

Heart failure, rather than stroke, is the most common complication of atrial fibrillation (AF), according to Danish researchers, who called for prevention strategies. Subscribe today for unlimited ...

It is uncertain whether bridging anticoagulation is necessary for patients with atrial fibrillation who need an interruption in warfarin treatment for an elective operation or other elective invasive ...

Atrial fibrillation, also called AF or AFib, is a quivery, fluttery heartbeat. You might also hear the doctor call it arrhythmia. It means your heart’s normal rhythm is out of whack. Because your ...

Atrial fibrillation occurs and maintains itself in the context of a morphologically and functionally altered atrial substrate that can be induced by stressors such as underlying diseases (cardiac or ...

I am retiring in January, when I turn 70 and my wife, Sharon, will be 66. I have heart issues, with atrial fibrillation (AFib), and Sharon is a diabetic. Last month, we each applied for a long-term ...

Atrial fibrillation (A-fib) is a type of arrhythmia, or irregular heartbeat. It often causes the heart to beat unusually fast. The three main types of atrial fibrillation are: paroxysmal, persistent, ...