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Atrial Flutter
What is atrial flutter?
Atrial flutter is a type of abnormal heartbeat (arrhythmia). Normally, the heart beats in a steady rhythm. In atrial flutter, a problem with the heart's electrical system causes the upper parts of the heart (atria) to beat very fast, or flutter.
An episode of atrial flutter is not typically dangerous. But atrial flutter can lead to serious problems. During an episode, blood can collect, or pool, in the atria. And pooled blood is more likely to form clots. Clots can travel to the brain, block blood flow, and cause a stroke. Over time, atrial flutter can also lead to heart failure.
Atrial flutter is often caused by another heart condition, such as coronary artery disease or another heart rhythm problem. It may happen after heart surgery.
Many people with atrial flutter are able to live full and active lives.
Atrial Flutter
Discover what the causes, symptoms, and treatments are for an atrial flutter or an abnormal heart rhythm. Search this page for information from Stanford Health Care.
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