Why is atrial fibrillation dangerous?

Many patients live with the arrhythmia for decades without problems. However, if not treated, atrial fibrillation can lead to complications, such as stroke and heart failure, that can have serious consequences in your life.

 

The content for this website for patients has been reviewed by Dr. Heather Edwards (nominated by the British Heart Rhythm Society (BHRS)).

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