Heart troubles are common. But for those with extra weight, fixing them can be tough. Doctors have been using a method called catheter ablation to help with a heart rhythm problem known as atrial fibrillation (AF). But results have been up and down. Now, there's a new technique called pulsed field a
Low magnesium levels, or hypomagnesemia, might be a sneaky issue for people on peritoneal dialysis (PD) or a mix of PD and other treatments. This condition could be more common than we think, but we don't have a clear picture of how often it happens or what it means for patients. One big question is
Heart disease and irregular heartbeats often go hand in hand. Why? Because they share common risk factors like being overweight and having diabetes. These conditions can lead to serious heart problems, like heart attacks, strokes, and even heart failure. Let's break it down. Being overweight and ha
Pulsed field ablation, or PFA, is making waves in the medical world. It's quickly becoming the preferred treatment for atrial fibrillation. The reason? It appears to be safer than other treatments. It has a lower risk of causing issues like esophageal injury, pulmonary vein stenosis, and phrenic ner
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a common heart rhythm problem. It shows up in 10-20% of people who get coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). This condition can make recovery from surgery harder and riskier. Doctors have a way to fix it during surgery. It's called surgical ablation (SA). Many studies s
Optic neuritis (ON) is an inflammation of the optic nerve. It is often linked to autoimmune issues. But does it also raise the risk of heart problems? A recent study looked into this. Researchers used data from Korea's National Health Insurance Service. They studied 15, 587 people with ON and compa
Horses share a unique trait with humans: they can develop atrial fibrillation (AF) on their own. This makes them invaluable for studying this heart condition and testing treatments. AF is tricky because, over time, it changes the heart's structure, making it harder to treat. Scientists have noticed
AFib, or atrial fibrillation, is a heart condition that affects millions in the U. S. It happens when the heart's electrical system goes haywire, causing the upper chambers to quiver instead of pump blood efficiently. This can lead to a rapid, irregular heartbeat, making it hard to breathe, causing
Heart troubles can pop up in athletes who push themselves too hard. A recent study dug into why former top-level rowers might face a higher chance of a heart rhythm issue called atrial fibrillation (AF). The big question: is it the intense training or something in their genes? Rowing is no joke. It
Endurance sports enthusiasts who have been active for a long time might face a higher chance of developing atrial fibrillation (AF). This condition is linked to changes in the left atrium of the heart, including the buildup of scar tissue, known as fibrosis. A recent study looked into these changes
