Heart rhythm is an important vital sign that everyone should be aware of as it is an indicator of overall well-being. When ...

Apple watches have some advantages over traditional ways of diagnosing cardiac arrythmias in children but need more validation, finds a new study. Smartwatches can help physicians detect and diagnose ...

Dr. Richard Page answers the question: 'What Causes Defibrillator To Fire?' — -- Question: What kind of heart rhythm problems will cause my defibrillator to fire? Answer: Your defibrillator is ...

Adults with congenital heart defects were more likely to experience an abnormal, irregular heartbeat, finds a new study. Almost 1 in 5 adults with congenital heart disease living in Israel had or ...

A doctor may recommend surgery for arrhythmia when medications and lifestyle changes haven’t been effective. The different types of arrhythmia surgeries each aim to restore a regular heart rhythm.

Atrial fibrillation, or A-fib, is an irregular heart rhythm that increases a person’s risk of stroke, heart failure, and even premature death. While many risk factors contribute to A-fib, one stands ...

Endurance training might cause scar tissue to build up in athletes’ hearts About half of a group of long-time endurance cyclists and triathletes showed signs of scarring in their hearts Nearly 20% ...