If the atrial electrical signals are very fast and regular, atrial flutter occurs. If the atrial generated signals are irregular or chaotic, atrial fibrillation occurs. People describe atrial fibrillation as feeling: A fluttering sensation in the chest Heart palpitations Lightheaded or faint Weak (havi...
AFib vs. atrial flutter Both are problems with your heart's beating. When you have atrial flutter, your heart beats too fast but still mostly in a regular rhythm. When you have AFib, your heart's rhythm is irregular. Types of Atrial Fibrillation One of the tests you might have for atria...
Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a type of heart disorder that can cause an abnormally high heart rate. The best type of treatment that is recommended for a patient is based on their symptoms. Treatment options of AFib include lifestyle changes, medications
Overview Risks Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Management What is atrial fibrillation (A-fib)?A-fib is an irregular heartbeat that reduces your heart's ability to pump blood through your body. A-fib may come and go, or it may be a long-term condition. A-fib can cause life-threatening blood...
Atrial flutter : an irregular heart rhythm of the atria. It is classified as supraventricular tachycardia . Symptoms include palpitations . Complications include increased risk of stroke and heart failure . Key difference: Flutter is a regular rhythm whereas fibrillation is irregular. Paroxysmal supra...
View more treatment options Manage atrial flutter:Know your target heart rate. Learn how to take your pulse and monitor your heart rate. Manage other health conditions. This includes high blood pressure or cholesterol, sleep apnea, diabetes, and other heart conditions. Take medicine as directed ...
Treatment of atrial flutter and fibrillation in pediatric age involves several options: Pharmacological therapy, Transoesophageal atrial pacing (TEAP), Electrical... Fazio,Giovanni,Visconti,... - 《Current Pharmaceutical Design》 被引量: 8发表: 2008年 Efficacy and safety of intravenous beta-blockers ...
Cox JL. The surgical treatment of atrial fibrillation. IV. Surgical technique. J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 1991;101:584-92. [PubMed] Cox JL, Jaquiss RD, Schuessler RB, et al. Modification of the maze procedure for atrial flutter and atrial fibrillation. II. Surgical technique of the maze III...
1995. Modification of the maze procedure for atrial flutter and atrial fibrillation, II: surgical technique of the maze III procedure. J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 110:485-95.n PDF Published 2005-01-04 How to Cite Experience with Various Surgical Options for the Treatment of Atrial ...
Efficacy and safety of intravenous beta-blockers in acute atrial fibrillation and flutter is dependent on beta-1 selectivity: a systematic review and meta-... There is no difference between IV beta-blockers overall and other medications for the control of acute AF/AFl, although better efficacy ...