Mar 8, 2024 · 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.

Mar 8, 2024 · The type used to treat atrial fibrillation depends on your specific symptoms, overall health and whether you're having another heart surgery. Atrioventricular (AV) node ablation. …

Oct 13, 2023 · Atrial fibrillation (AFib). Chaotic heart signaling causes a rapid, uncoordinated heartbeat. AFib may be temporary and start and stop on its own. But some episodes may not …

Mar 8, 2024 · A fast, pounding heartbeat could be due to AFib, a type of heart rhythm problem. Know the warning signs and when treatment is needed.

Jun 14, 2021 · During atrial fibrillation, the heart's two upper chambers — the atria — beat chaotically and irregularly, and out of coordination with the two lower chambers — the …

Sep 28, 2023 · Nearly 3 million Americans are living with a heart condition called atrial fibrillation, according to the American Heart Association. And the Centers for Disease Control and …

Mar 12, 2025 · If you're a caregiver for a family member or friend with atrial fibrillation (Afib), a common heart rhythm disorder, you have an important role in helping your loved one manage …

Jan 8, 2022 · Mayo Clinic electrophysiologist Fred Kusumoto, M.D., explains what happens in the heart to create atrial fibrillation and what can be done to fix it.

Jun 15, 2021 · Atrial fibrillation symptoms often include heart palpitations and shortness of breath. Treatments for atrial fibrillation can include medications and other interventions that try to alter …

In atrial fibrillation, electrical signals fire from many locations in the upper chambers, causing them to beat chaotically. Since the AV node doesn't prevent all of these chaotic signals from …