Diagnosis – Atrial Fibrillation. The diagnosis of atrial fibrillation is confirmed with a standard 12-lead ECG. P waves are absent , coarse “fibrillatory waves” can frequently be seen and sometimes no atrial activity can be identified. The QRS complexes are “irregularly irregular”, with varying R-R intervals.
Read moreWhat is the first-line treatment for atrial fibrillation?
Beta-blockers and calcium channel blockers are first-line agents for rate control in AF. These drugs can be administered either intravenously or orally. They are effective at rest and with exertion. Intravenous diltiazem or metoprolol are commonly used for AF with a rapid ventricular response.
Read moreWhat happens when the heart goes in fibrillation?
During atrial fibrillation, the heart’s upper chambers (the atria) beat chaotically and irregularly — out of sync with the lower chambers (the ventricles) of the heart . For many people, A-fib may have no symptoms. However, A-fib may cause a fast, pounding heartbeat (palpitations), shortness of breath or weakness.
Read moreCan a fibrillation be corrected?
There is no definite cure for AFib . The rhythm can be controlled with medicine, ablation and blood thinners and by lowering risk factors.
Read moreIs fibrillation life threatening?
Ventricular fibrillation is life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. CPR and defibrillation can restore your heart to its normal rhythm and may be life saving.
Read moreWill atrial fibrillation cause death?
Atrial fibrillation is the most common heart rhythm abnormality frequently seen in patients with high blood pressure and can lead to stroke, heart failure and even death .
Read moreCan you have atrial flutter with RVR?
In some cases of AFib, the fibrillation of the atria causes the ventricles, or lower chambers of the heart, to beat too fast. This is called a rapid ventricular rate or response (RVR). If you have AFib with RVR you’ll experience symptoms, typically a rapid or fluttering heartbeat .
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