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https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/12573| Title: | Atrial fibrillation : a common arrhythmia with possible dire consequences |
| Authors: | Xuereb, Robert G. |
| Keywords: | Atrial fibrillation |
| Issue Date: | 2010 |
| Publisher: | Medical Portals Ltd. |
| Citation: | Xuereb, R.G. (2010). Atrial fibrillation : a common arrhythmia with possible dire consequences. The Synapse, (2), 28-29 |
| Abstract: | The diagnosis of atrial fibrillation (AF) is clinched on the electrocardiogram with the finding of fine baseline oscillations, absent P waves and irregular ventricular rhythm.1 It is the most common type of arrhythmia requiring medical care, with a prevalence of 1-2%.2 More than half of AF episodes are detected by continuous ambulatory ECG monitoring. Although uncommon in the younger age groups, less than 0.5% in 40-50 year olds, it affects 5-15% of the population by the age of 80 years. |
| URI: | https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar//handle/123456789/12573 |
| Appears in Collections: | The Synapse, Issue 2 The Synapse, Issue 2 |
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