Atrial Fibrillation and Treatment Options

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Cardiologist-Electrophysiologist, talks about Atrial Fibrillation and the various treatment options available depending on the type of AF.

Cardiologist-Electrophysiologist, talks about Atrial Fibrillation and the various treatment options available depending on the type of AF.

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Featuring Dr. Peter Guerra, MD, FRCPC, Cardiologist

Duration: 5 minutes, 49 seconds

Presenter: Dr. Peter Guerra, Cardiologist, Montréal, QC

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Quiz: Do You Understand Atrial Fibrillation?

Questions
 
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1

The goal of atrial fibrillation treatment is solely to restore your normal heart rate and rhythm.

Explanation:

The goal of atrial fibrillation treatment is to restore your normal heart rate and rhythm and prevent blood clots.

2

Rate control slows down the heartbeat to make it less rapid and less irregular.

Explanation:

The rate control strategy is to slow your heart down with medications that are relatively easy to take and safe.

3

Rhythm control involves treatments to get the heartbeat back to beating normally.

Explanation:

The rhythm control strategy involves getting the heartbeat regular and back to normal, often with medications called antiarrhythmic drugs.

4

Ablation is a very effective atrial fibrillation treatment for any patient.

Explanation:

Ablation can be a very effective atrial fibrillation treatment, but it isn’t for all patients.

5

Cardioversion uses small, very safe electrical shocks to the heart to restore a normal rapid heartbeat.

Explanation:

Cardioversion restores a normal rapid heartbeat with small, very safe electrical shocks to the heart of a patient who’s briefly put to sleep.

6

Do you believe in the concept that food is medicine?

Explanation:

Research shows that dietary habits influence disease risk. While certain foods may trigger chronic health conditions, others offer strong medicinal and protective qualities. Thus, many people argue that food is medicine. Yet, diet alone cannot and should not replace medicine in all circumstances. Do you look at food as if it can be medicine for your disease? If yes would you like more information on this, save the PDF for further conversation with your HCP.

7

When managing a chronic condition like heart disease, healthy foods like fruits and vegetables can help manage health factors that can influence change in your overall condition and health.

Explanation:

Many vegetables and fruit are particularly rich in vitamin C and in beta-carotene, which is a form of vitamin A. These work as antioxidants in your body, helping to slow down or prevent atherosclerosis by reducing the buildup of plaque from cholesterol and other substances in the arteries.

This content is for informational purposes only, and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare professional with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.