Understanding Atrial Fibrillation: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Cardiac Electrophysiology
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10m
In this video, Dr. Mitch Tan, a cardiac electrophysiology fellow at The Texas Heart Institute, explains atrial fibrillation (AFib), an abnormal heart rhythm associated with increased risks of stroke, hospitalization, and death.
Dr. Tan covers the basics of how the heart functions, what happens during AFib, and the potential complications. He also discusses the importance of early treatment and outlines various treatment strategies, including medication, lifestyle changes, and procedures like catheter ablation.
Learn More: https://www.texasheartmedical.org/our-specialties/atrial-fibrillation-a-fib/
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