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     • Rate control involves the use of negatively chronotropic drugs (eg, β-blockers or calcium channel blockers) to reduce the rapid ventricular rate frequently found in AF. Conversely, rhythm control involves the use of pharmacological, electrical, or surgical cardioversion to convert AF to normal sinus rhythm.
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   Dec 15, 2023 · In a coronary angiogram, a flexible tube called a catheter is inserted into an artery, usually in the groin, arm or neck. It's guided to the heart. A coronary angiogram can show blocked or narrowed blood vessels in the heart. Tests may be done to confirm an unusually fast heartbeat and to look for the cause.

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   Jun 14, 2024 · Surgery may be done to fix a blocked artery and improve blood flow. Surgeries or procedures for coronary artery disease may include: Coronary angioplasty and stent placement. This treatment opens clogged blood vessels in the heart. A tiny balloon on a thin tube, called a catheter, is used to widen a clogged artery and improve blood flow.

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   Jun 10, 2021 · Article Highlights. •. Overview of sodium and potassium channel blocker anti-arrhytmic drugs. •. Common drug-drug interactions, including cytochrome P450 interactions and QT prolongation. •. Considerations in renal and hepatic dysfunction. •. Approach to initiation appropriate anti-arrhythmic agent based on patient conditions. •.

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   The recently updated 2005 ACC/AHA Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Management of Heart Failure in Adults identified only 4 areas for treatment: blood pressure control, rate/rhythm control in underlying AF, control of pulmonary congestion with diuretic agents, and revascularization and correction of underlying ischemia when indicated. 23 ...

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   A “heart team” approach is recommended in the evaluation and management of patients with aortic valve stenosis. As life expectancy and the aging population increase, aortic stenosis (AS) has become one of the most common valvular heart diseases.

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    Treatment can include medications, catheter procedures, implanted devices or surgery to control or eliminate fast, slow or irregular heartbeats. A heart-healthy lifestyle also can help prevent heart damage that can trigger certain heart arrhythmias.