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Arrhythmia
The Practical Cardiology™ Arrhythmia clinical resource center provides information and insights for those interested in the latest from the field of heart rhythm disorders. From atrial fibrillation to ventricular tachycardia and everything in between, this page is where readers can find articles, videos, podcasts, and conference coverage related to arrhythmias and electrophysiology.
Symptoms of Atrial Fibrillation More Likely to Go Unreported, Unrecognized in Diabetes
November 23, 2021
A recent analysis found patients with diabetes were about 26% less likely to notice symptoms of atrial fibrillation and more likely to experience more comorbidities than their counterparts without diabetes.
AHA 2021: Top Data Slideshow
November 17, 2021
Every year, AHA Scientific Sessions provides clinicians and researchers with a glimpse into the latest data from clinical trials. Our editorial staff's top picks for late-breaking data from AHA 2021 Scientific Sessions includes AVATAR, RAPID CABG, REVERSE-IT, and more.
Fitbit Heart Study Provides Further Backing for Wearables in Detecting AFib
November 15, 2021
Data from the Fitbit Heart study presented at AHA 2021 suggest a novel algorithm for detecting irregular heart rhythms had a positive predictive value of 98% for detecting atrial fibrillation in patients with undiagnosed atrial fibrillation.
Dabigatran and Warfarin Provide Similar Effect on Cognitive Function in AFib
November 15, 2021
After 2 years, there was little difference in cognitive function between patients with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation receiving dabigatran or warfarin in the GIRAF trial, which was presented at AHA 2021.
Cardiology Month in Review: October 2021
October 30, 2021
October's cardiology month in review features a pair of historic guidelines, questions around the risk of arrhythmia associated with omega-3 supplements, myocarditis and Pfizer vaccines, and more.
Meta-Analysis Raises Questions Around Risk of Atrial Fibrillation Associated with Omega-3 Supplements
October 07, 2021
A meta-analysis and systematic review of 7 RCTs suggests consuming more than 1 gram of marine omega-3 fatty acid supplements per day could increase a patient's risk of atrial fibrillation.
Timing of Atrial Fibrillation Can Help Predict Stroke Risk
October 04, 2021
Data from more than 800 patients with 120 days of continuous heart monitoring data and ischemic stroke provide insight into the timing of arrhythmic episodes and how it can help predict the risk of stroke in patients with CIEDs and atrial fibrillation.
ESC Congress 2021 Expert Perspective: Top 5 Studies With Brett Nowlan, MD
September 02, 2021
Practical Cardiology editorial advisory board member Brett Nowlan, MD, compiled a top 5 list of studies he thought were noteworthy from ESC Congress 2021 and offers his perspective on why he chose each study.
ENVISAGE-TAVI AF: Clinical Implications and Next Steps, With George Dangas, MD, PhD
August 31, 2021
George Dangas, MD, PhD, discusses the results of ENVISAGE-TAVI AF and provides perspective into the priorities of investigators as they plan and conduct additional analyses of the trial.
Amplatzer Amulet Outperforms Watchman Device for LAA Occlusion in Head-to-Head Trial
August 30, 2021
The Amulet IDE Trial is the first trial to offer a head-to-head comparison of the Amplatzer Amulet occluder from Abbot against the Watchman device from Boston Scientific for left atrial appendage occlusion.