Chronic Atrial Fibrillation: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prognosis
2019年6月5日 · Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a type of heart arrhythmia that causes the top chambers of your heart, the atria, to quiver and beat irregularly. AFib used to be described as chronic or acute,...
Atrial fibrillation - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
2024年3月8日 · Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is an irregular and often very rapid heart rhythm. An irregular heart rhythm is called an arrhythmia. AFib can lead to blood clots in the heart. The condition also increases the risk of stroke, heart failure and other heart-related complications.
Afib (Atrial Fibrillation): Symptoms & Treatment - Cleveland Clinic
2024年7月25日 · Atrial fibrillation (Afib) is an irregular heart rhythm that begins in your heart’s upper chambers (atria). Symptoms include fatigue, heart palpitations, trouble breathing and dizziness. Afib is one of the most common arrhythmias. Risk factors include high blood pressure, coronary artery disease and having obesity.
Chronic atrial fibrillation: Risk factors, treatment, and outlook
2017年11月17日 · Chronic atrial fibrillation, which may also be called long-standing, persistent A-fib, lasts longer than 12 months. Anyone who experiences these symptoms for the first time should go...
Atrial fibrillation - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
2024年3月8日 · Tests to diagnose atrial fibrillation (AFib) may include: Blood tests. Blood tests are done to look for health conditions or substances that may affect the heart or heartbeat. Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG). This quick and painless …
Persistent Atrial Fibrillation: Symptoms and Treatment - Cleveland Clinic
Persistent atrial fibrillation is one of the most common heart conditions in the U.S. Early diagnosis and treatment can help restore regular heart function. With the right treatment, you can reduce symptoms and avoid complications.
Atrial Fibrillation - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf
2023年4月26日 · Atrial fibrillation is the leading cardiac cause of stroke. Risk factors for atrial fibrillation include advanced age, high blood pressure, underlying heart and lung disease, congenital heart disease, and increased alcohol consumption.
What is Atrial Fibrillation? - American Heart Association
2023年3月23日 · Atrial fibrillation is a quivering or irregular heartbeat, or arrhythmia. Atrial fibrillation, also known as AFib or AF, can lead to blood clots, stroke, heart failure and other heart-related complications. Over 12 million people are projected to have AFib by 2030. Here’s how patients have described their experience:
Atrial Fibrillation - American Heart Association
Atrial fibrillation, also known as AFib or AF, can lead to blood clots, stroke, heart failure and other heart-related complications. What are the Symptoms of Atrial Fibrillation? People with AFib are more likely to have a stroke. Our guide can help you learn more about AFib, ways to manage it and how to reduce your risk for stroke.
Atrial Fibrillation - Atrial Fibrillation - Merck Manual …
Atrial fibrillation is a rapid, irregularly irregular atrial rhythm. Symptoms include palpitations and sometimes weakness, effort intolerance, dyspnea, and presyncope. Atrial thrombi may form, causing a significant risk of embolic stroke. Diagnosis is by electrocardiography.