Books /Understanding Atrial Fibrillation

9781639270408

American Medical Publishers

English

2021

250

$ 168

An irregular heartbeat that occurs when the two upper chambers of the heart experience chaotic electrical signals resulting in a fast and irregular heart rhythm is referred to as atrial fibrillation. Its frequency may be occasional, persistent, long-standing persistent or permanent. Atrial fibrillation is caused by abnormalities or damaged heart structure, hypertension, heart attack, coronary artery disease, congenital heart defects, lung diseases, pneumonia, or other illnesses. It can be treated by medications or other interventions that may alter the heart's electrical system. Atrial fibrillation can be prevented by eating a healthy diet, increasing physical activity, avoiding smoking, maintaining a healthy weight, reducing stress, and limiting caffeine and alcohol. This book brings forth some of the most innovative concepts and elucidates the unexplored aspects of atrial fibrillation. It aims to present researches that have transformed this discipline and aided its advancement. This book will serve as a reference to a broad spectrum of readers.