Peter Spector, M.D.; Nicole Habel, M.D. iii Shorthand convention meaning "advances the timing of the subsequent atrial activation." iv Delivered during His refractoriness v The conclusions that we are ...

In the last few weeks, the Skeptical Cardiologist has had a run on with patients with premature atrial contractions (PACs). I've discussed in detail premature ventricular contractions (PVCs) here and ...

In tracing "a" of Figure 1, there seems to be only one P wave in front of each QRS complex, suggesting sinus rhythm. However, during the compensatory pauses after the PVCs (↑) in tracing "b," there ...

Philadelphia, PA, Oct. 27, 2017 - Recent studies have determined that blacks have a lower risk of atrial fibrillation (AF) compared with whites despite having a higher prevalence of risk factors such ...

Medically reviewed by Jeffrey S. Lander, MD Key Takeaways Bigeminy is an irregular heart rhythm where every normal beat is followed by an abnormal one. You should see a doctor if bigeminy causes ...