21. Atrial Fibrillation bandoman, Bandolier. Bandolier Library. search. atrial fibrillation. This site isgathering the best evidence available about atrial fibrillation and heart failure. http://www.jr2.ox.ac.uk/bandolier/booth/booths/AF.html

Bandolier Bandolier Library search Atrial fibrillation This site is gathering the best evidence available about atrial fibrillation and heart failure. The Bandolier atrial fibrillation site will contain stories from Bandolier, plus abstracts of systematic reviews, meta-analyses, or other studies about AF. We are able to do this because it has been sponsored by Astrazeneca with an unrestricted educational grant. Prevalence Prevention Costs INR ... Links Latest additions to this site (February 2003) Aspirin or anticoagulant in nonvalvular AF Latest additions to this site (November 2002) Optimum INR level? Prevalence, incidence, and risk Incidence of AF in the UK Prevalence of AF in the UK Prevalence of AF Risk of stroke with AF ... Heart failure, allopurinol, and mortality Prevention of atrial fibrillation and heart failure Heart failure risk and alcohol consumption Alcohol and established heart failure Alcohol type and mortality Drinking alcohol protects against heart disease ... Hypertension and weight loss Costs and consequences of atrial fibrillation and heart failure Cost effectiveness of anticoagulation INR and warfarin Optimum INR level?

22. Home Page atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, and arrhythmias. A patient's report. http://www.a-fibrillation.com/

Over 2 Million People in the U.S. Suffer Atrial Fibrillation/Flutter “In the 21st Century, I believe the medical and surgical professional researchers are on the threshold of many exciting and newly improved heart-assist devices. The pharmaceutical companies will also make new discoveries in medications." "I will continue my present regimen as long as it continues to reduce my episodes from as many as 45 a year to as few as 2 a year and from 7 to 15 hours per episode to 1 to 5 hours, limiting my potential for stroke by 90%." The research for this book covers from August 1995 to May of 2000. ISBN 0-9675203-0-4. Library of Congress Catalog Card Number 99-91049 Questions or problems regarding this web site should be directed to sales@kingofheartspublishing.com

23. Prevalence Of Atrial Fibrillation (AF) [June 2001; 88-6] Prevalence of atrial fibrillation (AF). Searching several automated clinical databasesfor a diagnosis of AF identified patients with atrial fibrillation. http://www.jr2.ox.ac.uk/bandolier/band88/b88-6.html

Bandolier Bandolier Library search Prevalence of Atrial Fibrillation (AF) Study Results Comment Bandolier is interested in common conditions, and in good evidence on prevalence and natural history of disease. Atrial fibrillation (AF) is just one of the common conditions that seems to creep up on us as we get older, and the number of people on warfarin is huge. So a report on the prevalence of the condition [1] is welcome, both because it gives us good information, but it also informs on how to get it. Study This was a cross-sectional study of adults older than 20 years enrolled in a large (1.9 million) health maintenance organisation in California. The enrolled population was examined to discover the number who had AF diagnosed in the 18 months between mid 1996 and end 1997. Searching several automated clinical databases for a diagnosis of AF identified patients with atrial fibrillation. One database of electrocardiograms included all diagnoses for inpatient and outpatient electrocardiograms. Exclusion criteria were applied to identify only those with nontransient AF, and who were also health plan members in the source population. So transient AF after cardiac surgery was not included, nor AF relating to recent-onset hyperthyroidism. The same databases were searched for five years beforehand for diagnoses of valvular heart disease, stroke, AF, coronary heart disease, hypertension and diabetes. Patient demographics were available, including ethnicity, for 89% of patients.

24. Lone Atrial Fibrillation Forum A discussion group for personal experiences regarding this heart disorder. http://www.yourhealthbase.com/lafforum.html

THE AFIB REPORT www.afibbers.org Editor: Hans R. Larsen MScChE The Afib Report – www.afibbers.org. Visit our LAFFORUM for information about lone atrial fibrillation. Active, in-depth discussion lounge. Lone Atrial Fibrillation Forum A forum for sharing personal experiences regarding lone atrial fibrillation Welcome to our new Lone Atrial Fibrillation Forum! Our purpose is to serve as a gathering place for people who suffer from LAF or who care for someone who does. Lone atrial fibrillation, although not life- threatening, can have a devastating effect on one's life. Conventional medical science has very little to offer when it comes to curing or preventing this condition and what it does have to offer (digoxin, amiodarone, sotalol, warfarin, etc.) often has serious side effects and, in some cases, can actually make things worse. I have myself battled LAF for over 10 years and have tried most alternative and complementary approaches to preventing LAF attacks. In 1996 I wrote an article on this subject which was based on my exhaustive study of the disorder. If you have not already read this article please do so at http://www.afibbers.org/atrial_fibrillation.htm

25. Icagen And Bristol-Myers Squibb Renew Drug Discovery And Development Collaborati and BristolMyers Squibb Renew Drug Discovery And Development Collaboration CompaniesDeveloping Novel Small Molecule Compounds to Treat atrial fibrillation. http://www.bms.com/news/other/data/fg_other_news_3350.html

Newsroom Home Press Releases Other News Features ... Read more >> Icagen and Bristol-Myers Squibb Renew Drug Discovery And Development Collaboration Companies Developing Novel Small Molecule Compounds to Treat Atrial Fibrillation RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, NORTH CAROLINA (December 20, 2002) Icagen, Inc. announced today the renewal of its research and development agreement with Bristol-Myers Squibb Company (NYSE: BMY) for the discovery and development of small molecule drugs targeting a specific ion channel involved in atrial fibrillation, a common cardiovascular disorder in which the heart beats irregularly. Bristol-Myers Squibb and Icagen elected to renew the collaboration in order to further build upon the significant progress made to date in this area. The renewal provides for continued research and development funding by Bristol-Myers Squibb. "Currently available anti-arrhythmic drug therapies for the treatment of atrial fibrillation have significant liabilities, such as the potential for ventricular proarrhythmias," said Simeon Taylor, M.D., Ph.D., vice president, Hopewell Biology, Metabolics and Cardiovascular Discovery, Bristol-Myers Squibb. "We are pleased that our relationship with Icagen, to identify a safe and effective therapy for atrial fibrillation, will continue." Dr. Kerry Spear, Vice President of Chemistry, Icagen, noted, "We are delighted to be continuing our work with Bristol-Myers Squibb in the area of atrial fibrillation. Many drugs that are currently available for this condition can lead to other cardiac arrhythmias due to lack of target specificity. In collaboration with Bristol-Myers Squibb, Icagen is developing therapies that are highly selective for a specific ion channel. Thus, these compounds should reduce or eliminate unwanted side effects."

26. Redirect Page For "/cv/ep_lab/arrhy-main.htm" A look at the heart and its rhythms, diagnosing, electrophysiologist, bradycardias, tachycardias, supraventricular tachycardias, atrial fibrillation and vetricular tachyarrhythmias. http://www.mayo.edu/cv/wwwpg_cv/ep_lab/arrhy-main.htm

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27. New Research Shows Mild Abnormalities Revealed With Cardiolite® Imaging Are Str N. BILLERICA, MASSACHUSETTS (June 28, 2002) The results of two research studiesreveal that patients with atrial fibrillation or left ventricular http://www.bms.com/news/press/data/fg_press_release_2534.html

Newsroom Home Press Releases Other News Features ... Read more >> N. BILLERICA, MASSACHUSETTS (June 28, 2002) The results of two research studies reveal that patients with atrial fibrillation or left ventricular enlargement who show even mild abnormalities on stress myocardial perfusion imaging (MPI) with Cardiolite Cardiolite scan could be used to guide treatment for these patients that may be different from patients without these independent risk factors. The results were presented last week at the Society of Nuclear Medicine's 49 th Annual Meeting in Los Angeles. The studies examined patients with either atrial fibrillation a common but serious heart rhythm disturbance - or left ventricular enlargement (LVE) an abnormality of the heart's main pumping chamber. "We know that a stress test with Cardiolite provides crucial information about a person's risk of a cardiac event, and can change how physicians view risk prediction," said Daniel S. Berman, M.D., principal investigator of the study and director of Cardiac Imaging and of Nuclear Cardiology at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. "A severely abnormal Cardiolite scan implies high risk and usually means that a patient should be sent for catheterization, and conversely, a low-risk designation usually prompts a decision not to catheterize. However, with atrial fibrillation and left ventricular enlargement, these rules have now changed. Even with a scan showing mildly abnormal perfusion, the findings of our study suggest a physician should now consider more aggressive cardiac intervention."

28. Atrial Fibrillation atrial fibrillation. atrial fibrillation (AF) is the name of a particulartype of irregular heartbeat affecting more than 1 million Americans. http://www.womensheartfoundation.org/content/Stroke/atrial_fibrillation.asp

Home About WHF Seminars Programs ... Ask the Nurse Atrial Fibrillation Atrial Fibrillation (AF) is the name of a particular type of irregular heartbeat affecting more than 1 million Americans. In AF, the atria (the two upper chambers of the heart) beat rapidly and unpredictably. Normally, all four chambers of your heart beat in the same rhythm, between 60 to 100 times every minute. If you have AF, the atria may beat as many as 400 times a minute. What does AF have to do with stroke? In AF, the irregular contractions of the left atrium cause blood to pool, which may result in the formation of clots. These clots can break loose and travel to the brain, causing a stroke. Stroke can cause permanent disability, coma, or death. If left untreated, AF can increase your stroke risk from 4 to 6 times. About 15 percent of all people who have a stroke have AF. Who has AF? AF is relatively rare in healthy people, but it can occur. AF is found most often n people over age 65 and in people who have heart disease or thyroid disorders. How can I tell if I have AF?

29. Hospital Practice: Cardiac Arrhythmia Care and management of atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, supraventricular tachycardia, ventricular arrhythmia and a look at syncope. http://www.hosppract.com/issues/1999/0901/gold.htm

Cardiac Arrhythmia: Current Therapy MICHAEL R. GOLD and MARK E. JOSEPHSON University of Maryland and Harvard University Rhythm disturbances can range from the harmless to the life-threatening, and treatment varies accordingly, from watchful waiting to emergency intervention. Traditional antiarrhythmic medications have largely been supplanted by newer agents; pharmacologic therapy is giving way to device-based treatment, including pacemakers, defibrillators, and catheter ablation. Dr. Gold is Director, Cardiac Electrophysiology Service, and Associate Professor of Medicine, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore. Dr. Josephson is Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School, and Director, Harvard-Thorndike Electrophysiology Institute, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston. During the past few years, the treatment of many cardiac arrhythmias has tended to move away from drug therapy and toward device-based therapy. The latter may involve pacemakers, implantable defibrillators, or catheter ablation, depending on the type of arrhythmia. When drug therapy is the preferred route, the agents used are different from those selected several years ago. The treatment changes affect the management of the most common arrhythmias seen in primary care practice, including atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, supraventricular tachycardia, and ventricular arrhythmia. Atrial Fibrillation The prevalence of atrial fibrillation increases with age; this arrhythmia is most often seen in patients older than 65 years. Atrial fibrillation is typically associated with some form of cardiovascular disease, such as hypertension, coronary artery disease, or valvular heart disease, but it can also occur secondary to metabolic disorders such as thyrotoxicosis. In a minority of young patients, there is no obvious cause, a condition known as lone atrial fibrillation.

30. Pulse Check The importance of selfscreening for atrial fibrillation twice a year. What isatrial fibrillation? atrial fibrillation (AF) is a very irregular heartbeat. http://www.womensheartfoundation.org/content/Stroke/pulse_check.asp

Home About WHF Seminars Programs ... Ask the Nurse Pulse Check The importance of self-screening for atrial fibrillation twice a year What is atrial fibrillation? Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a very irregular heartbeat. AF can be a dangerous condition if not diagnosed, treated and monitored. It occurs when the upper chambers of the heart, known as the atrium, beat rapidly and irregularly. This can lead to the formation of blood clots which can enter the blood stream and block circulation to the brain, causing a stroke. Wouldn't my healthcare practitioner know if I had this condition? Not necessarily. Some people have AF all the time while others may have it only on occasion. It may come and go. Atrial fibrillation may cause a person to have symptoms, such as episodes of shortness of breath, dizziness or light-headedness. Some feel a thumping in the chest, called palpitations. There are other causes for irregular heart rate besides AF so see your doctor or healthcare practitioner if you have symptoms. AF is a risk factor for stroke. Many people have no symptoms. AF can only be detected by performing a pulse check. That is why the National Stroke Association recommends every adult do a pulse check routinely twice a year. A good time to remember to check your pulse is when you reset your clocks for daylight-savings time.

31. Library : NASPE A description of this heart disorder written for patients by the North American Society of Pacing and Electrophysiology. Includes help in finding a doctor. http://www.naspe.org/library/patient_education/disorders/atrial_fibrillation/

Search entire site: Search Tips Site Map NASPE in Action ... Library Atrial Fibrillation Library Atrial Fibrillation Back To: Rhythm Problems AF Basics Signs and Symptoms Causes Prevention FAQ ... Key Facts Working with your Doctor Tests Treatments What to ask your Doctor When to See a Specialist Atrial Fibrillation Atrial Fibrillation (also called AF or A Fib) is a common heart rhythm disorder caused by a problem in the conduction of electrical impulses in the upper chambers, or atria, of the heart. A Fib and other rapid heartbeats that arise in the atria, or in the juncture between the atria and the lower chambers (ventricles) are called "supraventricular tachycardias." How Common is A Fib? More than 2 million people in the U.S. have A Fib, and about 160,000 new cases are diagnosed each year. A Fib is uncommon among young people, although it can occur in people of any age. The likelihood of developing the condition, however, increases as we get older. After age 65, between 3 percent and 5 percent of people have atrial fibrillation. Approximately 9 percent of people who are age 80 or older have the condition. What is Atrial Flutter?

32. Atrial Fibrillation --- HealthandAge atrial fibrillation. Home RELATED QUESTION . atrial fibrillation. June 20, 2002.Question. I am 40, male, exercise regularly, don't smoke or use drugs. http://www.healthandage.com/Home/gm=20!gid7=273

English site German site March 30, 2003 Home Health Centers HealthandAge Network News ... Primer on Aging Choose Font Size Normal Large Extra Large Atrial Fibrillation Home Atrial Fibrillation Atrial Fibrillation June 20, 2002 Question I am 40, male, exercise regularly, don't smoke or use drugs. I drink 2 glasses of wine a day. I have had 5 incidents of atrial fibrillation in the past 15 years. The first 3 reverted spontaneously within 2 days. The 4th was reversed with Quinidex. This time my doctor would not prescribe Quinidex, but prescribed Atenolol. This didn't work and I was hospitalized for electrical inversion. I now take Sotalol twice a day. Should I be concerned about taking this medicine long-term? Answer We use blood thinners to help prevent stroke, but even with coumadin (the most potent one), there is still a small risk. What kind of thinner used depends on what the heart looks like on echocardiography (echo), and how likely it is to go back into a-fib. There is still some controversy about which is better- heart rate control vs. maintaining a normal rhythm. My personal approach is always to try maintaining a normal rhythm (because of the blood thinner issue). There are various medicines available, but none is perfect. The most potent one available (and the one with the most potential long-term side-effects) only works about 70% of the time to maintain normal rhythm. Of the ones available, the most commonly used are flecanide (Tambocor), sotolol (Betapace), and amiodarone (Cordarone, Pacerone). They all have their plusses and minuses, and are chosen based on the clinical history, echo findings, and other medical conditions going on. There are many others, but we tend not to use them much anymore because of decreased efficacy or side effects. Quinedex is an older one and many folks develop diarrhea on it.

33. Atrial Fibrillation -- What's New --- HealthandAge atrial fibrillation What's New. atrial fibrillation What's New. atrial fibrillation(AF) is the commonest heart 'arrhythmia', or irregular heartbeat. http://www.healthandage.com/Home/gid2=1806

English site German site March 30, 2003 Home Health Centers HealthandAge Network News ... Primer on Aging Choose Font Size Normal Large Extra Large Atrial Fibrillation What's New Atrial Fibrillation What's New Summarized by Robert W. Griffith, MD June 4, 2002 Introduction Normally the heart beats regularly; when one's resting, it's a little slower or faster, according to the respiration this is called 'sinus rhythm'. Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the commonest heart 'arrhythmia', or irregular heartbeat. It's a very irregular and fast heart rhythm involving the upper chambers (atria) of the heart. AF is more common as people get older, but it's also being seen increasingly often, irrespective of age. It can occur in otherwise healthy people without any obvious cause. More often, however, it is seen in people with high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, an overactive thyroid, or who drink too much alcohol. Today, more than 5% of those over 65 have AF. It's commoner in men, and men who have had a heart attack (myocardial infarction, or MI) are at especial risk. Rarely, AF runs in families. The big threat of AF is an increased likelihood of stroke; a stroke may occur in 1% to 2% of patients in their 50s, and in 20% of those in their 80s. Mortality rates in people with AF are double the norm, due to stroke, heart failure, or MI.

34. Atrial Fibrillation Details about atrial fibrillation, an abnormal heart rhythm. Includes the causes, diagnosis and treatment. http://www.clevelandclinic.org/heartcenter/pub/guide/disease/electric/afib.htm

Heart Guide Vascular Guide History of Innovations About Us ... Dictionary Treating the Heart, Blood Vessels and Circulation Atrial Fibrillation Click here to learn about: What is atrial fibrillation? What causes atrial fibrillation? What are the symptoms? How is atrial fibrillation diagnosed? ... How to find a doctor if you have atrial fibrillation Normal heart rhythm The heart's conduction system. (click on illustration for larger view) Normally, the heart beat begins at the sinoatrial (SA) node, located in your right atrium. When the SA node fires, electrical activity spreads through the right and left atria, causing them to contract. The impulses travel to the AV (atrioventricular) node, which is the bridge that allows the impulses to go from the atria to the ventricles. The impulse then travels through the walls of the ventricles, causing them to contract. The heart's regular pattern of electrical impulses causes the heart to fill with blood and contract in a normal fashion.

35. Nature Publishing Group ERROR, There has been an error while processing your request. In mostcases, this is an isolated incident that can be overcome by http://www.nature.com/cgi-taf/DynaPage.taf?file=/nature/journal/v415/n6868/full/

36. Nature Publishing Group New ideas about atrial fibrillation 50 years on STANLEY NATTEL. Figure1 Diagram of electrical activity during atrial fibrillation. http://www.nature.com/cgi-taf/DynaPage.taf?file=/nature/journal/v415/n6868/full/

37. If You Are Suffering From Atrial Flutter, Read Here To Find Out About Potential atrial fibrillation refers to an abnormally high heart rate. This condition canbe treated with medical devices from Medtronic. Treating atrial fibrillation, http://www.medtronic.com/af/treat_af.html

Treating Atrial Fibrillation More Information about Atrial Fibrillation Bradycardia Heart Attack Sudden Cardiac Arrest Tachyarrhythmia ... Ventricular Tachycardia Stages of Your Condition Treatment for atria that pump too fast and irregularly (atrial fibrillation) is intended to: regain and maintain a normal heart rhythm control the heart rate (pulse) prevent a stroke Join a Support Community Live Events Taking anticoagulants for atrial fibrillation Where to go from here Taking anticoagulants for atrial fibrillation How do I take anticoagulants safely? ... theheart.org

38. Medtronic - Managing Atrial Fibrillation Information on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of tachyarrhythmia, ventriculartachyarrythmia, atrial fibrillation, heart attack, ventricular http://www.medtronic.com/condition/mgmt_af.html

39. General Practice Notebook - Atrial Fibrillation Clinicallyoriented information on this heart disorder. http://www.gpnotebook.co.uk/MedwebPage.cfm?ID=-529858559

40. Atrial Fibrillation & Flutter : NASPE Home Heart Diseases Disorders atrial fibrillation Flutter, atrial fibrillation Flutter. Back to Top. Types of atrial fibrillation. Paroxysmal A Fib. http://www.naspe-patients.org/patients/heart_disorders/atrial_fibrillation/

Back to Heart Disorders iNavigate.GroupName = 'ATRIAL_FIBRILLATION'; iNavigate.GroupTitle = 'ATRIAL_FIBRILLATION'; iNavigate.OpenOnClick = true; iNavigate.InitiallyOpen = true; Prevention Tests Treatment Key Facts ... Home Atrial Fibrillation (also called AF or A Fib) is a common heart rhythm disorder caused by a problem in the conduction of electrical impulses in the upper chambers, or atria, of the heart. A Fib and other rapid heartbeats that arise in the atria, or in the juncture between the atria and the lower chambers (ventricles) are called "supraventricular tachycardias." Table of Contents What Causes a Atrial Fibrillation?

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