ATRIAL FIBRILLATION

What is atrial fibrillation?

An abnormal heart rhythm

Why do we treat atrial fibrillation?

We treat atrial fibrillation to reduce the risk of a stroke

How is atrial fibrillation treated?

It is usually treated with two types or classes of medications:

1. Blood thinners — by making the blood ‘thin’ it is less likely to stick together and form a clot in your heart.
2. Beta-blockers — these medications work by slowing your heart down and helping it to pump more effectively.