AtriCure provides innovative atrial fibrillation (Afib) treatment solutions, including the AtriClip device for LAAM and other surgical ablation therapies.
AFib may resolve on its own, but it is more common for it to be a persistent issue that requires ongoing management. The most effective course of treatment depends on the underlying cause of AFib, the severity of symptoms
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 fibrillation (AF) can be treated or prevented by administering to a subject who suffers from or is at risk of suffering from AF a composition comprised of an amount of an active agent, which is 4 -methoxy-N-( 3,5-bis ( 1 -pyrrolidayl)- 4 -hydroxy benzyl) benzene sulfonamide ...
Dunning J, Nagendran M, Alfieri OR, Elia S, Kappetein AP, Lockowandt U, Sarris GE, Kolh PH; EACTS Clinical Guidelines Committee. Guideline for the surgical treatment of atrial fibrillation Europ J Cardiothor Surg 44;(2013): 717-791J. Dunning, M. Nagendran, O. R. Alfieri et al.,...
Dealing with atrial fibrillation? WebMD shows you AFib treatments like ablation, cardioversion, pacemaker, and medicines including beta blockers and anticoagulants.
Jonathan M. Philpott, Christian W. Zemlin and Ralph Damiano About the book Browse this book By table of contents Book description Surgical Treatment of Atrial Fibrillation: A Comprehensive Guide to Performing the Cox-Maze IV Procedure is the first all-inclusive description of this rapidly growing ...
The future of therapeutic solutions for the treatment of complex diseases such as atrial fibrillation relies on a strong collaboration between medicine, biology and engineering. Only through such synergies will efficient monitoring, diagnostic and therapeutic devices be created. The goal of the present ...
Algorithm for the management of atrial fibrillation Image by Lecturio. AF management consists of the following: Determination of hemodynamic status Rate control OR rhythm control AC therapy Treatment of the underlying cause Special considerations: Newly discovered AF < 24–48 hours → electrical cardiover...
Atrial fibrillation is a common heart condition that causes irregular heartbeats. Learn about its causes, symptoms, and treatment options in this comprehensive guide.