Introduction: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (PAF) eventually progresses to persistent and permanent AF . The predictors of progression from PAF to persistent and permanent AF are poorly understood.
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Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation occurs when a rapid, erratic heart rate begins suddenly and then stops on its own within 7 days. It is also known as intermittent A-fib and often lasts for less than 24 hours . The American Heart Association (AHA) estimate that 2.7 million American people live with some form of A-fib.
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