Atrial flutter is a relatively common supraventricular arrhythmia characterized by rapid, regular atrial depolarizations at a characteristic rate around 300 beats/min and a regular ventricular rate corresponding to one-half or one-quarter of the atrial rate (150 or 75 beats/minute).
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Atrial flutter is a common type of heart arrhythmia. You may have no symptoms . If present, symptoms may include a noticeable fast, steady or irregular pulse, shortness of breath, dizziness, trouble with normal activities or exercise, a feeling that your heart is pounding, or tightness in your chest.
Read moreHow does atrial flutter affect heart rate?
Atrial flutter is a type of heart rhythm disorder in which the heart’s upper chambers (atria) beat too quickly. In atrial flutter, your heart’s upper chambers (atria) beat too quickly. This causes the heart to beat in a fast, but usually regular, rhythm .
Read moreHow do you fix a atrial flutter?
How is atrial flutter treated?
Read moreHow long can a heart flutter last?
Heart palpitations are common, and they often last for a few seconds . The tips listed above can help to stop palpitations and reduce their occurrence. Speak to a doctor if the sensation lasts for longer than a few seconds. This may indicate an underlying condition that requires treatment.
Read moreWhat can trigger atrial flutter?
You are more likely to have atrial flutter if any of these apply to you:
Read moreWhat is more lethal atrial flutter or atrial fibrillation?
Both heart diseases have the potential of becoming serious. However, many doctors and other health care professionals consider atrial flutter to be less serious than atrial fibrillation because flutter symptoms tend to be less severe and flutter waves have a less risk of embolization (clot formation).
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