by admin | May 5, 2025 | atrial fibrillation, video series
https://youtu.be/5-p_khnRkZo We’ve reached the final part of our educational series on atrial fibrillation. By now, we’ve covered a lot of ground – from the basics of AF to its treatments and even the emotional challenges. For this last email, let’s focus on... by admin | May 5, 2025 | atrial fibrillation, video series
https://youtu.be/E1wsKg13b9k Up to now, we’ve focused on the physical aspects of atrial fibrillation – what it is, how to treat it, and so on. But as important as those things are, I know that AF can also affect your emotional well-being. Let’s talk openly... by admin | May 5, 2025 | atrial fibrillation, video series
https://youtu.be/fmnaSWB3X_k Atrial fibrillation often coexists with other heart conditions. One common scenario is a patient with AF who also has a heart valve issue – for example, a leaky or tight mitral valve – that requires surgical repair or replacement.... by admin | May 5, 2025 | atrial fibrillation, video series
https://youtu.be/wld4l-AjFsg Throughout this series, we’ve talked about the left atrial appendage (LAA) a few times, especially when discussing stroke risk and treatments like blood thinners or surgical ablation. Now, let’s give the LAA the spotlight for a... by admin | May 5, 2025 | atrial fibrillation, video series
https://youtu.be/fmnaSWB3X_k We’ve looked at catheter ablation and surgical ablation separately. Now, let’s discuss an approach that blends the best of both worlds – often referred to as a convergent procedure or hybrid ablation. As the name suggests, it’s a... by admin | May 5, 2025 | atrial fibrillation, video series
https://youtu.be/tbFDiPjDp9Q We just covered catheter ablation, which is done by cardiologists using wires from the groin. Now let’s discuss another powerful treatment option: surgical atrial fibrillation ablation, specifically done via a minimally invasive (keyhole)... by admin | May 5, 2025 | atrial fibrillation, video series
https://youtu.be/MzGVEVssPWk Up to now, we’ve mainly discussed medications and monitoring for AF. Now let’s talk about a more direct treatment option that you may have heard of or even been recommended: catheter ablation. In simple terms, catheter ablation is a... by admin | May 5, 2025 | atrial fibrillation, video series
https://youtu.be/FIfR0ooezBg If there’s one topic I urge all AF patients to understand, it’s stroke prevention. We touched on stroke risk earlier – now let’s talk about the main strategy to counter that risk: blood thinners (anticoagulant medications). Many... by admin | May 5, 2025 | atrial fibrillation, video series
https://youtu.be/bd2XG5liuRc Now that we’ve covered the types of AF, let’s discuss one of the first lines of treatment: medications. Medications for atrial fibrillation broadly fall into two categories – those that control your heart’s rate and those that control its... by admin | May 5, 2025 | atrial fibrillation, video series
https://youtu.be/FKwG7RChbLo Atrial fibrillation isn’t a one-size-fits-all condition. There are different types of AF, and understanding which type you have can help tailor the right treatment approach. You may have heard your doctor use words like “paroxysmal”... by admin | May 5, 2025 | atrial fibrillation, video series
https://youtu.be/UNGH7DA0Kuw By now, you know why taking atrial fibrillation seriously is important. But how do we actually find out if someone has AF? Many people are diagnosed only after a doctor runs some tests. Let’s demystify how AF is diagnosed and what... by admin | May 5, 2025 | atrial fibrillation, video series
https://youtu.be/U8remGnhjGc?si=1mlMvpvgOBsHqV6x We’ve talked about what AF is and how it feels. Now you might wonder: if I can live with the flutters, why not just ignore it? The answer lies in the hidden risks of untreated atrial fibrillation. AF is more than...
