One initial treatment is a cardioversion, which involves using a defibrillator to deliver an electric shock to the heart to ...

Lu Chen, M.D., is a cardiologist specializing in electrophysiology with MyMichigan Physicians Group.

Atrial fibrillation (AF), the most common chronic cardiac arrhythmia in clinical practice, is very challenging to treat once ...

New research from CU Anschutz scientists suggests that staying physically active after heart rhythm treatment may significantly reduce the risk of atrial fibrillation (AF) returning, offering patients ...

New research from CU Anschutz scientists suggests that staying physically active after heart rhythm treatment may ...

Atrial fibrillation (AF), the most common chronic cardiac arrhythmia in clinical practice, is very challenging to treat once ...

Vibhu Parcha, M.D., a physician-scientist in UAB’s Division of Cardiovascular Disease, explained that uncontrolled high blood pressure leads to the development of atrial fibrillation, making the ...

NHS hospitals are to trial an innovative new treatment for people with a common heart condition. The device uses electrical pulses to target and destroy heart tissue and stop irregular heart rhythms ...

Atrial fibrillation, a common heart rhythm disorder, can be dangerous. Heart surgeon explains its risk factors, treatments, ...

New research from CU Anschutz scientists suggests that staying physically active after heart rhythm treatment may ...

Individuals with asthma, particularly asthma that is not well controlled, are at a significantly increased risk of developing atrial fibrillation later in life, according to results of a new study. In ...

Atrial fibrillation occurs when cardiac electrical impulses become disordered, leading to a rapid and irregular heartbeat. Lip and colleagues discuss the mechanisms that underlie this common ...