Atrial fibrillation (part 1 of 3): Who and Why

Atrial fibrillation (part 1 of 3): Who and Why Tube. Duration : 5.70 Mins.

Dr. James Ong, a Cardiac Electrophysiologist, explains the mechanism of Atrial Fibrillation and how Radiofrequency Ablation can CURE AFib. Visit www.EndAfib.com.

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Mini-Maze: Minimally Invasive Procedure

Mini-Maze: Minimally Invasive Procedure Tube. Duration : 1.42 Mins.

This video shows Dr. John Puskas performing a thoracoscopic Mini-Maze Procedure for the treatment of atrial fibrillation. This minimally-invasive procedure is performed through three small incisions on each side of the chest and involves the application of radiofrequency energy to treat the irregular heart rhythm. The video includes footage of the incision locations and size, radiofrequency ablation lesion placement, removal of the left atrial appendage for the prevention of stroke, and administration of pain medicine at the end of the procedure.

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Boehringer Ingelheim 1 Mission 1 Million Campaign

Boehringer Ingelheim 1 Mission 1 Million Campaign Video Clips. Duration : 2.15 Mins.

To support the 1 Mission 1 Million global campaign, Boehringer Ingelheim provided €1 million to support projects chosen by the public that aim to educate about atrial fibrillation-related stroke. To see the winners, visit www.heartofstroke.com

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The Latest News about Atrial Fibrillation

The Latest News about Atrial Fibrillation Video Clips. Duration : 9.63 Mins.

Dr. Rajat Deo, a cardiovascular medicine doctor at Penn Heart and Vascular, discusses how new and better drugs will be replacing Coumadin to help atrial fibrillation patients avoid strokes. These drugs have fewer side effects and less of a need for careful monitoring. Learn more about the services at Penn Heart and Vascular: www.pennmedicine.org View Dr. Rajat Deo's profile: www.pennmedicine.org Dr. Deo was interviewed by Andrew Schorr, host and founder of Patient Power, at the 2010 American Heart Association (AHA) annual meeting.

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Atrial Fibrillation: Common Complications

Atrial Fibrillation: Common Complications Tube. Duration : 1.27 Mins.

Atrial fibrillation, an irregular heart rhythm, is a leading cause of congestive heart failure and stroke. Make sure you understand why treating A. Fib is so important. HeartSmartMD cofounder and board certified cardiologist Dr. Matt DeVane helps you understand the major complications of atrial fibrillation so you can dangerous outcomes. Learn much more at www.heartsmartmd.com

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Taking Action - Health: A new way to treat a-fib

Taking Action - Health: A new way to treat a-fib Tube. Duration : 2.35 Mins.

Doctors may now have another way to reduce the risk of stroke for people with atrial fibrillation, also known as a-fib.

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Boehringer Ingelheim - 1 Mission 1 Million Winners

Boehringer Ingelheim - 1 Mission 1 Million Winners Video Clips. Duration : 3.65 Mins.

Congratulations to the 32 winning projects who received a share of €1 million donated by Boehringer Ingelheim. Over 2 million votes were cast and the winners wre chosen from 184 projects that aim to educate about atrial fibrillation and the risk of stroke. To see the winners and learn more about AF, visit www.heartofstroke.com. FOR NON-US AND NON-UK ONLY.

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