Association Between Atrial Fibrillation Symptoms and Clinical Outcomes: A Prospective Multicenter Registry Study

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common type of arrhythmia. The global incidence of AF has been increasing with the increase in the global population of the elderly. 1 AF can manifest as various symptoms, such as palpitations, dyspnoea, chest pain, fatigue, dizziness, syncope, and disordered sleep; however, AF can also be asymptomatic. AF can lead to structural changes in the heart, particularly in the left atrium (LA), which initiates and sustains AF. This remodelling process is characterised by enlargement and fibrosis of the atrial tissue, as well as changes in the electrical properties of the atria.

Source: The American Journal of Cardiology - February 29, 2024 Category: Cardiology Authors: Sang Jun Lee, Junbeom Park, Jin-Kyu Park, Ki-Woon Kang, Jaemin Shim, Eue-Keun Choi, Jun Kim, Jin-Bae Kim, Young Soo Lee, Hyung Wook Park, Boyoung Joung Source Type: research