Smartwatches from brands like Apple, Google and Samsung with ECG sensor appear to be a better means of detecting life-threatening heart rhythm disorders than conventional check-ups and medical care, ...

Though the trial demonstrates the feasibility of the approach, future research is needed to assess the clinical impact.

Learn how pericardial MPO improves postoperative atrial fibrillation prediction and could refine perioperative risk ...

HealthDay News — Six-month smartwatch-based atrial fibrillation (AF) screening improves detection of new-onset AF among patients at elevated stroke risk, according to a study published online January ...

Smartwatches with both PPG and ECG functionality improve the detection of atrial fibrillation in comparison with standard ...

Atrial fibrillation is one of the most common kinds of arrhythmia, causing the heart not to contract properly in order to ...

Evidence-based guidance on how diet, nutrients, alcohol, and lifestyle factors influence atrial fibrillation risk and management.

This week, Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Rachel Kaplan about managing atrial fibrillation. Dr. Kaplan is an Associate Professor ...

Atrial fibrillation diagnosed before age 70 years is associated with a 21% increased risk of developing dementia and a 36% higher risk for early-onset forms of the condition, according to the results ...

UK Biobank analysis finds that higher plasma omega-3 levels are associated with a significantly reduced risk of developing atrial fibrillation.

Atrial fibrillation occurs when cardiac electrical impulses become disordered, leading to a rapid and irregular heartbeat. Lip and colleagues discuss the mechanisms that underlie this common ...