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Treatment

by contentuser on Wed Dec 19, 2007 11:52 am

Treatment

Treatment of atrial fibrillation is complex and depends on whether the patient is currently experiencing symptoms, how long the patient has been in atrial fibrillation the overall health of the patient, and the size and function of the heart's chambers.

Stable Patients

In stable patients, several general approaches may be taken. Those who are experiencing palpitations can be treated with certain medications that "slow" conduction of electrical impulses through the AV node an...Read the full article