Heart murmurs are extra sounds that can be heard during systole, diastole, or as a continuous sound. They are graded on a scale of 1 to 6 based on their intensity. Murmurs can be harmless (known ...

Anyone experiencing their first atrial fibrillation (AFib) episode should go to a hospital. Those with an AFib diagnosis should go if they feel unwell during an episode or have symptoms of a heart ...

If left untreated, Afib can lead to stroke, heart failure and premature cardiac death. But fortunately, Afib is treatable and, in some cases, preventable.

Atrial fibrillation causes an irregular heartbeat that’s often faster than usual. People with some types of atrial fibrillation may sometimes have a usual heart rate, while in others, it may ...

Heart rate control is a key way to manage atrial fibrillation. Doctors consider it one of the four pillars of AFib care, along with heart rhythm control, stroke prevention, and a healthy lifestyle.

Atrial fibrillation (AFib) with rapid ventricular response is a heart rhythm disturbance that puts you at higher risk for stroke and other serious complications. There are treatment options. Share ...

Heart sounds are produced from a specific ... A S4 heart sound occurs during active LV filling when ... It is important to note that if a patient is experiencing atrial fibrillation, ...

MILLCREEK/Salt Lake City, Utah – Since September is National Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) Awareness Month, FOX13 is focusing on the heart condition and making sure you know everything you need to ...

BACKGROUND:We all know someone who's had a heart scare – an unusual flutter or disconcerting palpitations. The potential cause? A little-known and often silent heart health problem, atrial ...

Nurse practitioner Caitlin Massey from Ascension St. John Medical Center explains the symptoms, risks and new treatment options for atrial fibrillation, a common but serious heart rhythm disorder.

BACKGROUND:We all know someone who's had a heart scare – an unusual flutter or disconcerting palpitations. The potential cause? A little-known and often silent heart health problem, atrial ...