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fibrillation of the muscles of the atria of the heart
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| atrial fibrillation |
Atrial fibrillation (AF or AFib) is a cardiac arrhythmia (an abnormality of heart rate or rhythm) originating in the atria. Abnormal electrical impulses in the atria cause the ventricles to contract erratically. AF is the most common cardiac arrhythmia. If rapid, it may compromise blood flow and cause fainting, orthostatic hypotension (low blood pressure on standing up) or low blood pressure. ...
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| atrial fibrillation |
A normal heart contracts and relaxes to a regular beat. In atrial fibrillation the heart contracts at a very irregular and sometimes very rapid rate. Autotransfusion -- The ability to collect, filter and reuse the patient's own blood during and after surgery.
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| atrial fibrillation |
A fast, irregular, chaotic heartbeat that prevents the heart from pumping blood throughout the body adequately. Atrial fibrillation is the most common chronic arrhythmia. Sometimes, there are no symptoms. If symptoms are present, they may include palpitations, chest pain, shortness of breath or fatigue. Atrial fibrillation is often more serious when it accompanies heart disease. ...
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| atrial fibrillation |
Rapid, uncoordinated firing of electrical impulses from multiple sites in the upper chambers, which causes ineffective contractions. A type of supraventricular tachycardia.
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