The incidence of atrial flutter increases with age and medical conditions including: congestive heart failure , rheumatic valve disease, congenital heart disease, lung disease such as emphysema, or high blood pressure.
Read moreWhat is the most common treatment for atrial flutter?
Currently, atrial flutter is successfully “cured” by radiofrequency catheter ablation ; but treatment to restore atrial fibrillation to sinus rhythm has been the traditional use of medications and external cardioversion.
Read moreWhat is the most common treatment for atrial flutter?
Currently, atrial flutter is successfully “cured” by radiofrequency catheter ablation ; but treatment to restore atrial fibrillation to sinus rhythm has been the traditional use of medications and external cardioversion.
Read moreCan atrial flutter be controlled with medication?
Your cardiologist may prescribe antiarrhythmic medications, beta blockers, or calcium channel blockers to control the heart’s rhythm and rate . Antiarrhythmic medications can control electrical impulses to the heart, thus encouraging a healthy rate and rhythm.
Read moreCan atrial flutter be controlled with medication?
Your cardiologist may prescribe antiarrhythmic medications, beta blockers, or calcium channel blockers to control the heart’s rhythm and rate . Antiarrhythmic medications can control electrical impulses to the heart, thus encouraging a healthy rate and rhythm.
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