To Your Health, by Dean F. Giannone, M.D.: With Atrial Fibrillation, It's OK To Be Irregular

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Wednesday, February 16, 2005

With Atrial Fibrillation, It's OK To Be Irregular

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a condition wherein the atria contract irregularly, guided by faulty electrical coordination. This irregular contraction results in inefficient flow of blood to the ventricles (an overall reduction of 10-20%) and, therefore, to the rest of the body. The impairment of... Sign in to see full entry.

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