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)...