| atrial fibrillation |
A condition whereby the upper chambers of the heart beat rapidly and chaotically, resulting in an overall rapid and irregular heart beating. This arrhythmia often requires the administration of drugs, such as digitalis, to regulate the overall heart rate. Recent studies have shown that atrial fibrillation can cause a stroke; because of this, an anticoagulant (coumadin) is frequently given as a preventative agent to ward off this complication.
출처: www.barnesjewish.org/groups/default.asp
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| atrial fibrillation |
A condition where disorganized electrical conduction in the atrial walls results in ineffective pumping of blood into the ventricle and an irregular heart rhythm. Read more: Causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment.
출처: www.firelands.com/heart/glossary.asp
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| atrial fibrillation |
Chaotic beating of the top chambers (atria) of the heart which can cause a rapid irregular pulse
출처: sangerclinic.com/glossary.php
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| atrial fibrillation |
Condition in which the two small upper chambers of the heart, the atria, quiver instead of beating effectively. Although atrial fibrillation is not in itself considered life-threatening, people with it are at an increased risk for blood clots and stroke.
출처: www.wvqualitycoalition.org/Media/VI.htm
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| atrial fibrillation |
Irregular heart beat from rapid irregular contractions of the upper chambers of the heart. May cause lightheadedness, palpitations or "racing" heart. Usually treated with medications. May require blood thinners to avoid formation of blood clots.
출처: mercyweb.org/heartcenter/patientguide/index.aspx
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