Heart Rhythm Disorders in Adults

Millions of people experience irregular or abnormal heartbeats, called arrhythmias, at some point in their lives. Most of the time, they are harmless. However, some abnormal rhythms can be serious or even life-threatening.

Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) in Adults

What is Atrial Fibrillation? Atrial Fibrillation, AFib for short, is…

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Atrial Flutter (AFL) in Adults

What is Atrial Flutter? Atrial flutter is similar to AFib…

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Brugada Syndrome in Adults

What is Brugada Syndrome? Brugada syndrome (BrS) is a disruption…

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Heart Rhythm Disorders in Children

Abnormal heart rhythms can occur in children as well as adults. Pediatric arrhythmias can be present at birth or develop in childhood.

Arrhythmogenic Cardiomyopathy (AVC) in Children

What is Arrhythmogenic Cardiomyopathy (AVC)? Arrhythmogenic ventricular cardiomyopathy (AVC) is…

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Atrial Fibrillation in Children

What is Atrial Fibrillation? Atrial Fibrillation, AFib for short, is…

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Atrial Tachycardia in Children

What is Atrial Tachycardia? Atrial tachycardia is a health condition…

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Treatment & Devices

There’s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to treating heart rhythm disorders. Your care team will help you understand the risks and benefits of all the options available to make a plan that works for you.

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Treatment & Devices for Adults

Learn about the procedures, devices, and medications used to treat heart rhythm disorders in adults.

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Treatment & Devices for Children

Learn about the procedures and tests used to diagnose and treat heart rhythm disorders in children.

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Lifestyle & Prevention

While your genetics and age play a role in your heart rhythm, your daily habits are powerful tools for managing—and even preventing—arrhythmias.

Educational Videos

For the visual learners—our short, animated videos take all your complex heart rhythm questions and make them easy to understand.

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