May 23, 2012

Higher Risk of Stroke and Death for Women with Atrial Fibrillation

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We know that more men than women have atrial fibrillation, but that women have a higher rate of strokes and death. In fact, women account for about 61% of stroke deaths. Recent research at Rush University Medical Center identified nine specific gender differences between women and men who have atrial fibrillation. Those included that women [...]

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Prolonged PR Interval on EKG Warns of Atrial Fibrillation Risk, Pacemaker, or Death

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A new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association finds a potential warning sign for three heart rhythm issues—the risk of atrial fibrillation, the need for a pacemaker, and the risk of death. When EKGs show a prolonged PR interval, that is traditionally considered relatively benign, but that may not be the [...]

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