Every week our cardiologists review the most recent advances in cardiovascular medicine and select news to share with you. Here you will find summaries of some of the latest research news about atrial fibrillation. Share these articles with your friends and family via social media, print items you’d like to discuss with your care team, or add them to your toolbox to read later.
Mortality rates are found to be higher at medical centers that perform fewer catheter ablations than larger hospitals.
Study suggests that we eat plenty of plant-based foods, while limiting red and processed meat.
Study confirms safety and efficacy of new drugs in liver patients with an abnormal heart rhythm.
Experts explore the link between atrial fibrillation and cognitive impairment, as well as opportunities for treatment and prevention.
This year's most read patient summaries worth a second look.
Experts can’t say with certainty that artificially sweetened drinks are safe, based on a recent advisory from the American Heart Association.
Smartphone apps and wearable devices show great promise for the prevention and management of heart disease, but time will tell.
Experts find a lack of evidence to support concerns about caffeine and abnormal heart rhythm.
Wristband and mobile app can identify an AFib episode and potentially spare patients unnecessary treatments.
Patients with an irregular heart rhythm should revisit treatment options regularly, study suggests.
Experts stress the importance of a healthy lifestyle for preventing and treating a common heart rhythm problem.
Preventing four modifiable risk factors helps patients with atrial fibrillation reduce risk for heart failure.