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PTSD linked to higher AFib risk in young veterans
"An analysis of more than one million post-9/11 veterans suggests a new diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is associated with a greater likelihood of developing atrial fibrillation (AFib)." This research was presented...
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New Research: AFib after CABG linked to minimal long-term stroke risk
In interesting new research, those who developed post-operative afib (POAF) after bypass surgery (CABG) had about 1/3 less risk of developing clots than those with traditional (non-valvular) atrial fibrillation. Therefore, the need for anticoagulants
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Is Nattokinase Useful for Afib Stroke Prevention?
There have been discussions on MyAFibExperience.org from time to time about whether nattokinase is useful and acceptable for preventing afib strokes instead of having to take blood thinners. This article, from my friend the eminent Dr. John Day who...
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watchman LAA procedure pros and cons
I’ve had Chronic AFib for a couple of years, was recently admitted to hospital and diagnosed with congestive heart failure. Went to a new doctor for second opinion on how to get AFib under control. He wants me to have the Watchman LAA procedure performed...
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Cleveland March 2
Hello everyone,Does anyone know who I can get to the Cleveland March 2 talks? I was scheduled to listen in on the conversations but wasn't able to do it at that time. Is there a link to that website or conversation? Please and thank you!Crystal
read morelatest replyMellanie at StopAfib.org, March 4, 2018 4:41am EST
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Amaze trial
My E.P. today suggested that I join the Amaze trial. Was wondering if anyone has gone thru it or at least had the Lariat Procedure done. He told me A-fib is uncurable and best case is to lessen the symptoms.
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Flecainide Induced Ventricular Arrhythmias During Treatment Of Atrial Fibrillation
For those taking Flecainide please be aware of the following:Proarrhythmic Effects Of Antiarrhythmic Drugs: Case Study Of Flecainide Induced Ventricular Arrhythmias During Treatment Of Atrial Fibrillation.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/279...
read morelatest replySpencer, February 25, 2018 7:19am EST
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Cleveland Clinic - AFIB Join Us For Our Web Chat
Get answers to your health questions and concerns. It's easy to be part of our live chat events, led by Cleveland Clinic physicians and health professionals.Atrial FibrillationFriday, March 2, 2018 - 12 Noon (Eastern Time) Atrial fibrillation (AF or
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Special Limited Time Offer for 2018 Get in Rhythm. Stay in Rhythm. Atrial Fibrillation Patient Conference
Registration is officially open for the 2018 Get in Rhythm. Stay in Rhythm.® Atrial Fibrillation Patient Conference, which will take place August 3-5 in Dallas, Texas. You can skip the reading and go to this link right now to take advantage of Super...
read morelatest replyMellanie at StopAfib.org, February 28, 2018 7:06am EST
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Sotalol Out of Stock
Went to refill my Sotalol prescription yesterday and my usual Walgreens was out of it and they said the warehouse had none either! Well luckily they were able to find some at another store in town and so I was able to get my refill. But it gave me a...
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