One initial treatment is a cardioversion, which involves using a defibrillator to deliver an electric shock to the heart to ...

Lu Chen, M.D., is a cardiologist specializing in electrophysiology with MyMichigan Physicians Group.

Jim Kaveney launches a movement that bridges science and soul, helping people with atrial fibrillation reclaim agency, ...

Atrial fibrillation is the most common form of heart rhythm disorder and is linked to serious complications, including stroke and heart failure. While earlier research pointed to a possible ...

Getting enough sleep may be more important for heart health than many busy professionals realize. A new multicenter study ...

Atrial fibrillation (AF), the most common chronic cardiac arrhythmia in clinical practice, is very challenging to treat once ...

Vibhu Parcha, M.D., a physician-scientist in UAB’s Division of Cardiovascular Disease, explained that uncontrolled high blood pressure leads to the development of atrial fibrillation, making the ...

New research from CU Anschutz scientists suggests that staying physically active after heart rhythm treatment may significantly reduce the risk of atrial fibrillation (AF) returning, offering patients ...

New clinic led by Dr. Ravi Kishore focuses on early diagnosis, stroke prevention and coordinated cardiac care GEORGE ...

Individuals with asthma, particularly asthma that is not well controlled, are at a significantly increased risk of developing atrial fibrillation later in life, according to results of a new study. In ...

Daniel Moore was about 30 the first time it happened. At the end of a long, hot, stressful day, he chugged an ice-cold glass of milk.

Atrial fibrillation occurs when cardiac electrical impulses become disordered, leading to a rapid and irregular heartbeat. Lip and colleagues discuss the mechanisms that underlie this common ...