1. Information On Rapid Or Irregular Heartbeat, Arrhythmia, And Atrial Fibrillation St. Jude Medical information on symptoms, diagnosis and treatments such as ablation, cardioversion Category Health Conditions and Diseases atrial fibrillation......Information about the most common cardiac arrhythmia atrial fibrillation.Includes information on symptoms such as rapid or irregular http://www.aboutatrialfibrillation.com/

Information about the most common heart arrhythmia, atrial fibrillation, including its scope, symptoms, related diagnostic tests and treatments. Resources Glossary About St. Jude Medical Related Websites

2. The Atrial Fibrillation Page Information on AF from a nurse working in the field. Includes a detailed glossary and full information, Category Health Conditions and Diseases atrial fibrillation......The atrial fibrillation Page Its debilitating consequences, plus everything youever wanted to know about the Maze procedure, a surgical cure for AF. http://members.aol.com/mazern/

Welcome to the Atrial Fibrillation Page This web site has been developed to provide accurate information about atrial fibrillation (AF) and the Maze procedure, an open-heart surgical procedure that cures AF. Many thousands of people suffer from the devastating effects of AF and have very little understanding of what the condition is and the current treatment options that are available. This information is here to help patients with AF make informed decisions about the right course of therapy with the assistance of their physicians and health care providers. A-Fib 101 The ABC's of atrial fibrillation and why it makes you feel so bad, plus current medical and surgical therapies available to today's AF sufferers. Maze FAQ Just about everything you ever wanted to know about the Maze procedure, a surgical cure for AF. Glossary Some AF-related terms you'll need to know in order to get the most out of these pages. Feedback Feedback from Maze patients and how to contact us for more information. AF Page Message Board Patients ask questions and share their experiences with AF and the Maze procedure.

3. Atrial Fibrillation About 2 million Americans have atrial fibrillation, putting them at risk of clots and strokes. About 15 percent of strokes occur in people with AF. atrial fibrillation. What is atrial fibrillation (AF)? atrial fibrillation is a disorder found in about 2 million http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=4451

4. Atrial Fibrillation - Resources For Patients atrial fibrillation. Resources for Patients http://www.a-fib.com/

Atrial Fibrillation Resources for Patients Have you been told that you (or a relative or friend of yours) have Atrial Fibrillation? This Web site is designed to give you the information you need, and to help you find the right doctor and medical center to cure your A-Fib. It also includes personal experiences of those who have had A-Fib and been cured. This site is designed primarily for non-medical personnel and is written from a patient's point of view. (The author had A- Fib and was cured in April, 1998, by the use of a procedure called Focal Catheter Ablation (Pulmonary Vein Ablation) .) This Web site tries as much as possible to translate medical terms into everyday language. However, medical journals are cited so that you can read a particular article yourself. For a brief overview of Atrial Fibrillation, go to Atrial Fibrillation Overview If you're interested in what may have caused your A-Fib, go to Causes of Atrial Fibrillation. To read an evaluation of the various treatments for A-Fib or to find out how to be cured of your A-Fib through Pulmonary Vein Ablation (Isolation) , go to Cures for Atrial Fibrillation.

5. Circulation -- Prystowsky Et Al. 93 (6): 1262 A statement for health care professionals from the subcommittee on electrocardiography and electrophysiology, American Heart Association. http://circ.ahajournals.org/cgi/content/full/93/6/1262

Email this article to a friend Similar articles found in: Circulation Online PubMed PubMed Citation This Article has been cited by: other online articles Search Medline for articles by: Prystowsky, E. N. Wyse, D. G. Alert me when: new articles cite this article Download to Citation Manager Circulation. Articles Management of Patients With Atrial Fibrillation A Statement for Healthcare Professionals From the Subcommittee on Electrocardiography and Electrophysiology, American Heart Association Eric N. Prystowsky, MD, Chair D. Woodrow Benson, Jr, MD, PhD Valentin Fuster, MD, PhD Robert G. Hart, MD G. Neal Kay, MD Robert J. Myerburg, MD Gerald V. Naccarelli, MD D. George Wyse, MD, PhD Executive Summary Top Executive Summary Epidemiology Pathophysiology Clinical Presentations Approach to Treatment Restoration of Sinus Rhythm... Control of Ventricular Rate... Preventing Thromboembolism in... References Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common sustained arrhythmia encountered in clinical practice. Its incidence increases with age and the presence of structural heart disease. It is a major

6. Atrial Fibrillation Causes, triggers and corrective actions. A personal account of this disorder, and what the author encountered with his doctor, naturopathic consultant, and the pharmacist. http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/LeslieFalla/

7. Atrial Fibrillation - CardiologyChannel Learn about the symptoms and treatment options of this cardiac condition in which the heart rhythm is abnormal. Longterm care options are also discussed. http://www.cardiologychannel.com/afib

Home Search SiteMap Ask the Dr. ... Medical Store advertisement advertisement ATRIAL FIBRILLATION Overview Causes Symptoms Diagnosis ... Long-term Management CONDITIONS Angina Aortic Stenosis Atrial Fibrillation Chest Pain ... Congestive Heart Failure Endocarditis Heart Attack High Cholesterol Hypertension ... Pericarditis DIAGNOSTIC TESTS Cardiac Catheterization Coronary Angioplasty TREATMENTS Pacemaker RESOURCES Anatomy Clinical Trials Links News Focus ... Videos About Us Healthcommunities.com Pressroom Testimonials Overview Atrial fibrillation is an abnormality of heart rhythm in which chambers of the heart no longer contract in an organized manner. Heart rate often becomes irregular and may be very fast, producing palpitations. Atrial fibrillation can lead to symptoms of heart failure (shortness of breath, edema, palpitations) and chest pains and, when left untreated, occasionally can lead to stroke. Normal Blood Flow in the Heart The heart has a right side and a left side. Each side has a chamber that receives blood returning to the heart (an atrium) and a muscular chamber that is responsible for pumping blood out of the heart (a ventricle). Atria are relatively thin-walled chambers, whereas the ventricles are much more muscular. Blood passes from the atria into the ventricles through two processes. During the resting phase, when the ventricles are not contracting, the tricuspid and mitral valves open. Some of the blood that has accumulated in the atria passively flows through the tricuspid and mitral valves into the right and left ventricles, respectively. The atria then contract, pumping blood out and into the ventricles. Once the ventricles fill with blood, they contract, pumping blood into the lungs and to the body.

8. Lone Atrial Fibrillation A comprehensive, fully referenced review of the causes, prevention and treatment options for lone atrial fibrillation. A stressrelated disorder that is becoming increasingly common. http://www.yourhealthbase.com/atrial_fibrillation.html

A comprehensive, fully referenced review of the causes, prevention and treatment options for lone atrial fibrillation – a stress–related disorder that is becoming increasingly common. Lone Atrial Fibrillation With complete references for researchers by Hans R. Larsen, MSc ChE A steady, inconspicuous heartbeat is usually taken for granted so when an attack of atrial fibrillation strikes it is a very frightening experience. The heart beats wildly with a pulse rate as high as 200 beats/minute, dizziness and breathlessness and even fainting may follow and chest pain, extreme fatigue and the need for frequent urination are common symptoms. Fibrillation attack victims usually experience one or more of these symptoms, but a few patients are not aware of any symptoms at all until an electrocardiogram exposes their irregular heart rhythm(1-4). Atrial fibrillation is the most common cardiac arrhythmia and affects more than 1.5 million Americans. Its primary characteristic is a rapid and irregular heartbeat. The incidence of atrial fibrillation shows a significant increase beyond the age of 50 years and the condition is considerably more common among men than among women. Atrial fibrillation may be chronic or intermittent (paroxysmal) and may be triggered by an underlying heart disease such as mitral valve prolapse or stenosis, coronary artery disease, hypertensive heart disease, a heart attack or an inflammation of the membrane surrounding the heart (pericarditis). Atrial fibrillation is also a common complication of heart surgery(1-3,5-7).

9. Maze FAQ [from The Atrial Fibrillation Page] Maze FAQ Everything you ever wanted to know about the Maze procedure,a surgical cure for atrial fibrillation Frequently http://members.aol.com/mazern/mazefaq.htm

Frequently Asked Questions About the Maze Procedure What is the Maze procedure? The Maze procedure is a surgical intervention that cures atrial fibrillation (AF) by interrupting the circular electrical patterns that are responsible for this arrhythmia. Strategic placement of incisions in both atria stops the formation and the conduction of errant electrical impulses and channels the normal electrical impulse in one direction from the top of the heart to the bottom. Scar tissue generated by the incisions permanently blocks the travel routes of the electrical impulses that cause AF, thus eradicating the arrhythmia. The major advantage the Maze procedure offers over other less-invasive forms of therapy is that it corrects all three problems associated with AF. The Maze procedure ventricles The name of this procedure is based on the concept of a puzzle. The incisions create barriers and several blind alleys allowing for only one major route for an electrical impulse to travel from the top to the bottom of the heart. How is the Maze procedure ordinarily done? What kind of incision is made?

10. Arrhythmia (heart Beat/heart Rhythm Disorder) Clinic - Electrophysiology Laborat Brief description of arrhythmias and an in depth look at the different types including bradycardias, tachycardias and atrial fibrillation. http://www.mayo.edu/heartbeat

Click here to visit our home page. Arrhythmia Clinic part of the Cardiovascular Diseases Division Brief Introduction to Arrhythmia: Your heart functions to pump blood to your other body organs. The pumping action, or contractions, are coordinated by your heart's own electrical system. An irregularity in this electrical system is called an arrhythmia, or heart rhythm disorder. Arrhythmias are very common, affecting millions of people world-wide, and can show up as heart rates that are too slow or too fast. These abnormal heart rhythms may be unnoticed, or may result in palpitations, dizziness, or fainting. Mayo's Electrophysiology Laboratory is active in all aspects of the care of children, adolescents, and adult patients with cardiac arrhythmias. Outpatients are seen in the Arrhythmia Clinic and Pediatric Cardiology Clinic. Arrhythmia Information Available on our Website includes: The informational material within our website will provide you with an overview of arrhythmias and their treatments. We invite you to look through the following information. Additional information is also available via our home page An Overview of Arrhythmias Rhythms of your Heart Your Heart has a Natural Rhythm ... Mayo Clinic Syncope Booklet (PDF document) Heart Rhythm Disorders: Arrthythmias Bradycardias - Slow Heart Beats Tachycardias - Fast Heart Beats Supraventricular Tachycardias (SVTs) ... Mayo Clinic Atrial Fribrillation Booklet (PDF document) Atrial Flutter Nonpharmacologic Therapies for Atrial Fibrillation (A more technical review for physicians)

11. CARDIMA FLASH-M02279a-Last Updated 1/11/03 Designs, develops, manufactures and markets minimally invasive, singleuse, microcatheter-based systems for mapping and ablation of atrial fibrillation and ventricular tachycardia utilizing electrical signals and radiofrequency energy. (Nasdaq CRDM). http://www.cardima.com/

12. ICAGEN Discovers and develops pharmaceutical products to treat medical conditions such as atrial fibrillation, urinary incontinence, central nervous system disorders, and sickle cell disease. http://www.icagen.com/

13. Internet Medical Education, Inc.: Atrial Fibrillation atrial fibrillation, anticoagulation, cardioversion, antiarrhythmic medication, stroke, TIA, RIND, Coumadin, warfarin, http://www.med-edu.com/patient/arrhythmia/atrial-fib.html

Internet Medical Education atrial fibrillation, anticoagulation, cardioversion, antiarrhythmic medication, stroke, TIA, RIND, Coumadin, warfarin, thrombus, left atrial thrombus, Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome, WPW syndrome Internet Medical Education, Inc.: Atrial Fibrillation Our Privacy Pledge As a benefit, we have included access to an on-line medical bookstore and to various search engines. Buying books and searching here help support our site . Please let us know how you like these services. Find this: News The Web Atrial Fibrillation Atrial fibrillation is the most common abnormal heart rhythm in older people. It is characterized by an irregularly irregular pulse. It can cause problems when the heart goes too fast (high pulse rate) or too slow (low pulse rate), or when blood clots (thrombi) form in the atria. If you think you have this rhythm, you can consult with an Internist or a Family Medicine specialist. For complex cases, you can consult with a Cardiologist or a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist. Look here for a more medically detailed discussion of the causes, clinical characteristics, and treatment of atrial fibrillation.

14. Arrhythmias Blood clots can form during atrial fibrillation, a disorder found inmore than 2 million Americans. In atrial fibrillation the atria http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=4469

15. EMedicine - Hypertensive Heart Disease : Article By Kamran Riaz, MD Cardiologist offers a clinical report on common heart conditions caused by elevated blood pressure. Learn about coronary artery disease, cardiac arrhythmia, atrial fibrillation and their link to this disorder. http://www.emedicine.com/med/topic3432.htm

(advertisement) Home Specialties CME PDA ... Patient Education Articles Images CME Patient Education Advanced Search Link to this site Back to: eMedicine Specialties Medicine, Ob/Gyn, Psychiatry, and Surgery Cardiology Hypertensive Heart Disease Last Updated: January 2, 2003 Rate this Article Email to a Colleague Synonyms and related keywords: left ventricular hypertrophy, LVH, congestive heart failure, CHF, hypertension, high blood pressure, hyperpiesis, hyperpiesia, angina, myocardial infarction, MI AUTHOR INFORMATION Section 1 of 11 Author Information Introduction Clinical Differentials ... Bibliography Author: Kamran Riaz, MD , Fellow, Instructor, Department of Internal Medicine, Section of Cardiology, University of Missouri at Kansas City Coauthor(s): Alan D Forker, MD , Program Director of Cardiovascular Fellowship, Professor of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, University of Missouri at Kansas City School of Medicine; Aqeel Ahmed, MD , Staff Physician, Department of Pathology, University of Missouri at Kansas City Kamran Riaz, MD, is a member of the following medical societies:

16. Cardiac Surgery-atrial Fibrillation, Maze, Cabg, Valve Surgery Specializing in adult cardiac surgery, with a special interest in the maze procedure, heart surgery that cures atrial fibrillation. (California) http://www.sfcardiacsurgery.com

sfcardiacsurgery.com Dr. Eddie Tang is a board certified cardiovascular surgeon (heart surgery) in private practice in San Francisco. He completed his cardiac surgery training at UCLA in 1998 and has been in practice in San Francisco since that time. His main interest is adult cardiac surgery. His training included: surgery to cure atrial fibrillation - "Maze" procedure coronary artery bypass - standard and minimally invasive techniques valve repairs and replacements - standard and minimally invasive techniques His office is at 1 Shrader Street, Suite 600, San Francisco, CA 94117. tel (415) 387-9992; fax (415)387-9996. email: etang@sfcardiacsurgery.com Home Services Info FAQ's ... Links

17. Atrial Fibrillation Foundation An organization dedicated to research and patient education in this heart disorder. Provides resources for patients on the diagnosis and treatment of AF. http://www.affacts.org

Home Medications Procedures Research ... Information What is atrial fibrillation (AF)? Atrial fibrillation is the most common serious heart rhythm disturbance. Did you know? More than 2 million Americans have AF This number will double within 20 years AF affects nearly 1 in 10 people over 80 AF accounts for one fourth of all strokes in the elderly To learn more about the diagnosis, evaluation and treatment of atrial fibrillation refer to our commonly asked questions and answers. To learn more about the use of pulmonary vein ablation in the treatment of atrial fibrillation. Click here to go to Dr. David Keane's article. News and Upcoming Events Patient Education Event Atrial Fibrillation Foundation Many thanks to all of you who came to attend the Educational Day on November 2. The response from the audience was very enthusiastic and many people have written to say that they learned a lot and found it a very helpful event. Those of you who tried to come and could not get seats, our apologies. We were space-constraint in the ballroom to 325 persons and, unfortunately, we had to turn away many hundreds of people.

18. BHF Any Questions? - Atrial Fibrillation Medical atrial fibrillation. What is atrial fibrillation? atrial fibrillation occursin 35% of people over 70, although it can also affect younger people. http://www.bhf.org.uk/questions/index.asp?secondlevel=370&thirdlevel=485

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20. MEDLINEplus Medical Encyclopedia: Atrial Fibrillation/flutter In atrial fibrillation and flutter, the atria are stimulated to contract very quickly and differently from the normal http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000184.htm

Skip navigation Medical Encyclopedia Other encyclopedia topics: A-Ag Ah-Ap Aq-Az B-Bk ... Z Atrial fibrillation/flutter Contents of this page: Illustrations Alternative names Definition Causes, incidence, and risk factors ... Prevention Illustrations Heart, section through the middle Heart, front view Posterior heart arteries Anterior heart arteries Alternative names Return to top Auricular fibrillation Definition Return to top Atrial fibrillation/flutter is a disorder of heart rhythm (arrthymia) usually with rapid heart rate in which the upper heart chambers (atria) are stimulated to contract in a very disorganized and abnormal manner. Causes, incidence, and risk factors Return to top Arrhythmias are caused by a disruption of the normal functioning of the electrical conduction system of the heart. Normally, the atria and ventricles contract in a coordinated manner. In atrial fibrillation and flutter, the atria are stimulated to contract very quickly and differently from the normal activity originating from the sinoatrial node. This results in ineffective and uncoordinated contraction of the atria in atrial fibrillation, and in a peculiarly organized contraction pattern in atrial flutter. The condition can be caused by impulses which are transmitted to the ventricles in an irregular fashion or by some impulses failing to be transmitted. This makes the ventricles beat irregularly, which leads to an irregular (and usually fast) pulse in atrial fibrillation.

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