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New-Onset SVT Following Colonoscopy Bowel Prep Explored in Case Series

A significant percentage of affected patients were observed to have dilated atria and left ventricular hypertrophy.

Finerenone Reduces New-Onset AF in Patients With CKD and T2D

Because finerenone inhibits cardiac remodeling in preclinical models, investigators sought to examine its effect on new-onset AFF by analyzing data from the FIDELIO-DKD phase 3 trial.

Severe Abnormal Uterine Bleeding Risk With Anticoagulant Therapy Examined

Study findings revealed an increased risk of surgical intervention in women exposed to rivaroxaban.

Cardiac Arrhythmias Rose During the 2016 Presidential Election

Researchers sought to determine whether the stress of a contentious political election increases the risk of arrhythmia in patients with known susceptibility.

Dysrhythmias in Patients With COVID-19

Sinus tachycardia is the most commonly reported dysrhythmia in patients with COVID-19 disease.

Fish Oil Supplements Tied to Risk for Atrial Fibrillation

Fish oil supplements are associated with a significantly greater risk for atrial fibrillation (AF) in patients at elevated cardiovascular risk.

The Obesity Paradox in Anticoagulated Patients With Atrial Fibrillation

A systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted to look at the effects of body mass index on atrial fibrillation‐related outcomes in anticoagulated patients.

Occlusion of Left Atrial Appendage Prevents Stroke in AF

For patients with atrial fibrillation undergoing cardiac surgery for other reasons, occlusion of the left atrial appendage during surgery is associated with a reduction in stroke or systemic embolism.

SGLT2i Use Linked to Reduced Cardiac Arrhythmia Risk

Sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 inhibitors use may reduce cardiac arrhythmia risk, including the risk for atrial fibrillation.

AF May Be Detected During Annual Diabetic Foot Examination

Atrial fibrillation (AF) can be detected during annual foot assessments in patients with diabetes.