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'''Atrial fibrillation''' (Afib) is the most important [[Supraventricular arrhythmias|supraventricular arrhythmia]], characterised by fibrillation of the atria. It’s problematic because of the following: | '''Atrial fibrillation''' (Afib) is the most important [[Supraventricular arrhythmias|supraventricular arrhythmia]], characterised by fibrillation of the atria. It’s problematic because of the following: | ||
* It increases the risk of | * It increases the risk of [[thromboembolic stroke]] | ||
* It can cause [[tachycardia-induced heart failure]] (= arrhythmia-induced cardiomyopathy) | * It can cause [[tachycardia-induced heart failure]] (= arrhythmia-induced cardiomyopathy) | ||
* It can cause symptoms | * It can cause symptoms | ||