The hallmark of AF is the irregularly irregular ventricular response. Atrial flutter is a supraventricular arrhythmia typically seen in patients with underlying heart disease. The rotational movement of the reentry circuit causes the hallmark sawtooth waves that are classic for atrial flutter.
Read moreHow long can you live with atrial flutter?
Most patients with atrial flutter lead an entirely normal life with modern drugs and treatments.
Read moreCan you recover from atrial flutter?
Restore and maintain a normal rhythm: Some people with newly diagnosed atrial flutter go back to a normal rhythm on their own within 24-48 hours . The goal of treatment is to convert the atrial flutter to a normal sinus rhythm and make sure it doesn’t come back.29 May 2020
Read moreIs atrial flutter an emergency?
Although atrial flutter is usually not life-threatening at first , it does limit how well your heart pumps blood. This can cause a clot to form in your heart. If the clot breaks loose, it could lead to a stroke. Over time, atrial flutter can weaken your heart muscle.
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