Atrial fibrillation, a rapid, irregular heartbeat that can lead to stroke or sudden death, is three times more common than previously thought, affecting nearly 5% of the population, or 10.5 million ...

Without treatment, some arrhythmias can lead to life threatening complications, such as heart failure, cardiac arrest, or a stroke. Arrhythmia is the term used to describe an irregular or abnormal ...

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This Journal feature begins with a case vignette highlighting a common clinical problem. Evidence supporting various strategies is then presented, followed by a review of formal guidelines, when they ...

The number of Americans with a potentially dangerous heart rhythm condition is three times greater than previously thought, a new study claims. An estimated 5% of the population -- 10.5 million U.S.

Atrial fibrillation is a type of irregular heart rhythm, known as arrhythmia. Early diagnosis helps reduce the risk of severe complications, such as stroke and heart failure. Atrial fibrillation ...

Malignant arrhythmias are dangerous heart rhythm problems that can lead to cardiac arrest, most often originating in the heart’s lower chambers. These arrhythmias are frequently linked to underlying ...