Guidelines for the management of atrial fibrillation in different parts of the world are largely in agreement on how to handle the condition, but differences can help shed light on alternate ...

Stress has been linked with poor health outcomes, though the exact mechanism remains poorly defined. Psychological stress is recognized as a contributing factor in atrial fibrillation (AFib), both in ...

Atrial fibrillation (AF) and chronic heart failure (CHF) are two major and even growing cardiovascular conditions that often coexist. However, few data are available to guide treatment of AF in ...

Stress has been linked with poor health outcomes, though the exact mechanism remains poorly defined. Psychological stress is recognized as a contributing factor in atrial fibrillation (AFib), both in ...

A groundbreaking study from Catalonia identifies concerning connections between irregular heartbeats and cognitive decline, especially in adults under 65. The connection between heart health and brain ...

The American College of Cardiology and Heart Rhythm Society, in collaboration with the Bristol Myers Squibb-Pfizer Alliance, are launching an innovative project to improve management of atrial ...

Persistent atrial fibrillation (AFib) has long been a challenging cardiac condition to treat. Affecting millions worldwide, its complexities often stump healthcare providers in delivering effective ...

In addition to a physical exam, medical history, blood tests, and electrocardiograms (ECG or EKG) to diagnose atrial fibrillation (afib), your doctor may have you wear a heart monitor for a few days ...

Experts highlight that while universal screening for subclinical atrial fibrillation remains unsupported by current evidence, targeted screening of high-risk populations using data-driven approaches, ...

The American College of Cardiology (ACC), American Heart Association, and the European Society of Cardiology define atrial fibrillation (AF) as a supraventricular tachyarrhythmia characterized by ...

Treatment with the Type 2 diabetes medication metformin, lifestyle changes, or a combination of both did not improve atrial fibrillation (AFib) burden or progression when compared with standard care, ...

Omega-3 fatty acids are abundant in fish oil and may improve heart health in various ways. However, some research has found a link between high doses of fish oil and an increased risk of atrial ...