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health-and-medicine2 years ago

"Exploring the Pros and Cons of Ablation for Irregular Heartbeat Management"

A 67-year-old man with a history of atrial flutter and recent atrial fibrillation (AFib) is considering a pulmonary vein ablation to treat his irregular heartbeat. Dr. Keith Roach advises that since the patient's symptoms are well-managed with medication and his stroke risk is reduced, there isn't a compelling need for an ablation, which carries a risk of side effects and is not always 100% effective. Ablation is generally recommended for those who cannot tolerate medication for symptom management.

via OregonLive|
#atrial-fibrillation#atrial-flutter#catheter-ablation
health2 years ago

"Updated AFib Guidelines: Key Takeaways from Experts"

The American Heart Association and American College of Cardiology have released new guidelines for the treatment of atrial fibrillation (AFib), the most common form of heart arrhythmia. The guidelines emphasize a more holistic approach to treatment, with a focus on modifiable lifestyle and risk factors such as exercise, diet, and alcohol consumption. The guidelines also provide new recommendations for treatment options, including the use of catheter ablation as a first-line therapy for some AFib patients. The earlier prevention and treatment are initiated, the better the outcome.

via Healthline|
#afib#health#heart-arrhythmia
health2 years ago

Israeli PM Netanyahu Hospitalized for Pacemaker Implantation

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been fitted with a pacemaker after experiencing a heart arrhythmia and is currently under observation in a Tel Aviv-area hospital. The procedure went smoothly, and Netanyahu is not in a life-threatening condition. He had previously been hospitalized for dehydration and was given a heart monitor. Netanyahu's office expects him to be discharged later in the day. Meanwhile, protests against his coalition's push for judicial changes continue to surge, and tensions with the United States persist.

via Reuters|
#benjamin-netanyahu#health#heart-arrhythmia
health2 years ago

The Latest Research on Coffee's Impact on Health

New research finds that drinking caffeinated coffee did not significantly affect one kind of heart hiccup that can feel like a skipped beat, but it did signal a slight increase in another type of irregular heartbeat in people who drank more than one cup per day. The study also found that people tend to walk more and sleep less on the days they drank coffee. Despite research that has shown moderate coffee consumption doesn't raise the risk of heart rhythm problems, some professional medical societies still caution against consuming caffeine.

via Medical Xpress|
#caffeine#coffee#health
health2 years ago

The prevalence of post-procedure strokes.

Michigan attorney Geoffrey Fieger suffered a stroke after an elective procedure to deal with a minor heart arrhythmia. Complications with this type of procedure are generally low, but can include bleeding, infection, damage to the heart valves, and stroke. Stroke complications due to catheter ablation are rare and reportedly have a 0.3% risk of stroke. Fieger's prognosis varies on how severe the stroke was and how quickly he was treated. Recovery looks different for everyone.

via WXYZ 7 Action News Detroit|
#catheter-ablation#health#heart-arrhythmia
health2 years ago

"New Study Reveals Surprising Link Between Coffee and Heart Health"

New research finds that drinking caffeinated coffee did not significantly affect one kind of heart arrhythmia but did signal a slight increase in another type of irregular heartbeat in people who drank more than one cup per day. The study also found that people tend to walk more and sleep less on the days they drank coffee. Despite research that has shown moderate coffee consumption doesn’t raise the risk of heart rhythm problems, some professional medical societies still caution against consuming caffeine.

via The Associated Press|
#caffeine#coffee#health