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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, and is the most common arrhythmia overall. It’s problematic because of the following:

	* It increases the risk of [[thromboembolic stroke]]		* It increases the risk of [[thromboembolic stroke]]