Podcasts about Atrial fibrillation

Melissa E. Middeldorp, MPH, PhD, University of Adelaide is joined by Jenelle Dziano, Centre for Heart Rhythm Disorders, The University of Adelaide and Jared Bunch, MD, FHRS, University of Utah School of Medicine, to discuss a study that investigated the relationship between atrial fibrillation (AF), brain glymphatic function, and cognitive performance. Using MRI-derived diffusion tensor imaging along the perivascular space (DTI-ALPS), the authors found that patients with AF especially those with no paroxysmal AF exhibited impaired glymphatic activity compared to healthy controls. This reduced glymphatic function was associated with poorer cognitive performance in domains like attention and executive function, and mediation analyses suggested that glymphatic dysfunction partially explains the link between AF and cognitive decline. Notably, in patients who underwent catheter ablation to restore sinus rhythm, glymphatic function significantly improved post-procedure. These findings highlight a novel mechanistic pathway beyond stroke or vascular risk by which AF may contribute to neurodegeneration, and they suggest that rhythm control could offer protective benefits for brain health. https://www.hrsonline.org/education/TheLead https://academic.oup.com/eurheartj/article/46/18/1733/8029578 Host Disclosure(s): M. Middeldorp:   Nothing to disclose. Contributor Disclosure(s): J. Dziano: Nothing to disclose. J. Bunch: Honoraria/Speaking/Consulting: Pfizer, Inc., Heart Rhythm Society

In this episode: Breaking News: Diamond Dallas Page recovering after being hospitalized due to atrial fibrillation, Protest takes place outside of the 2300 Arena prior to tonight's edition of AEW Dynamite, Ozzy Osbourne's daughter not happy with what Becky Lynch said about her father on WWE RAW, WWE is reportedly “embarrassed” about the Ozzy Osbourne comments made by Becky Lynch on RAW, Kevin Owens provides update on his recovery from neck surgery, and WWE Saturday Night's Main Event confirmed for November 1st in Salt Lake City, UTSupport Syko Stu: https://gofund.me/4c1298a1Kerr County Flood Relief Fund: https://cftexashillcountry.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=4201Support Katie: https://gofund.me/cb2cdcb5Support Eastern Kentucky: https://secure.kentucky.gov/FormServices/Finance/EKYFloodReliefAmerican Red Cross: https://www.redcross.org/donate/cm/wlky32-pub.html/The Dream Center: https://www.ekdc.info/donateKCTCS Disaster Relief: https://kctcs.edu/disasterrelief.aspxUniversity of Kentucky Flood Relief: https://philanthropy.uky.edu/kentuckyfloodreliefIf you like what you hear on the podcast, consider helping me out a little bit financially at: https://www.patreon.com/jamminjon

Dr. Dan Ackerman talks with Dr. Urs Fischer about the optimal timing of anticoagulation after ischemic stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation.  show reference: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(25)00439-8/fulltext  

Dwight Robinson is the deputy chief pilot of flight testing at Airbus. Last year, his flying career was almost cut short when he was hospitalized with Atrial Fibrillation. But despite losing his medical, and battling the effects of his condition, Dwight made a decision. One way or another, he told himself, he was going to fly again. Against all odds, he did just that. In roughly a year, Dwight was back to flying, with no further heart complications. His story exemplifies a spirit of of perseverance and self-advocacy from which we can learn.

Dr. Dan Ackerman talks with Dr. Urs Fischer about the optimal timing of anticoagulation after ischemic stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation.  Read the related article in The Lancet.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org.   

Join us as we talk with Prof Prash Sanders about the role of anticoagulation for patients with atrial fibrillation (AF), learn when patients should be screened for AF, how to perform a stroke risk assessment and strategies to reduce the risk of bleeding.  This podcast is in collaboration with Medcast and the Quality Use of Medicines Alliance, a provider of health professional education in Australia focused on the quality use of medicines. Check out their resources here. Clinical guide: Anticoagulant management for AF Anticoagulant patient care plan Prof Prash Sanders is a cardiologist and electrophysiologist with a focus on heart rhythm disorders, particularly atrial fibrillation. He graduated with Honours from the University of Adelaide and completed advanced training in Melbourne and Bordeaux, France, earning national and international recognition for his research and clinical expertise. He is the Clinical Director of Cardiac Electrophysiology at the Royal Adelaide Hospital and holds the Knapman – National Heart Foundation Chair of Cardiology Research at the University of Adelaide. Dr Sanders has published over 600 papers and is a leader in advanced ablation techniques. He consults and performs procedures across multiple hospitals and regional clinics in South Australia. Jarrah is a clinical pharmacist with a passion for education and quality use of data. He has led national health programs, including GP audit and feedback initiatives and Indigenous health nKPIs. He is currently clinical lead at MedCast, supporting best practice care through the Quality Use of Medicines Alliance.  

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The latest Nursing Australia News (02:15) Global workforce warning, Aussie nursing wins, cheeky pill pilfer, and UK pay revolt.Wound Care - The Golden Rules (04:45) Jess Tully is joined by the wound care specialist Melissa Freeman to break down the golden rules of wound care — whether you're managing chronic ulcers, surgical sites, discover eye-opening principles you can apply to practice.Atrial Fibrillation (14:20) It's estimated that 500,000 Australians have been diagnosed with AF. While this is only 2% of the population, the impact of undiagnosed and undertreated AF can be catastrophic. Dr Kate Annear rejoins Nursing Australia Discover info on AF and more at the Quality Use of Medicines Hub  Join The Obesity Collective in shifting the conversation on weight and health. Access free resources today at theobesitycollective.org.au   Discover the Life Program Discover info on AF and more at the Quality Use of Medicines Hub   FLORENCE App by APNA Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter) Click here to get in touch with Nursing Australia (send a text for free from anywhere in the world) #askusanything Hosted & Produced by: Matthew St Ledger & Leith Alexander Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger

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Melissa E. Middeldorp, MPH, PhD is joined by Thomas F. Deering, BS, MBA, MD, FHRS, CCDS, and T. Jared Bunch, MD, FHRS to discuss a 31-item questionnaire was developed and distributed among healthcare professionals via the EHRA network and social media between 23 September and 21 October 2024. https://www.hrsonline.org/education/TheLead https://academic.oup.com/europace/article/27/4/euaf075/8099191?login=false Host Disclosure(s): M. Middeldorp: Nothing to disclose. Contributor Disclosure(s):   T. Deering: Honoraria/Speaking/Consulting: Sanofi, Pacemate, Pfizer, Inc., Omny Health, Preventice Research: Abbott, Boston Scientific, Medtronic, Biotronik, Biosense Webster, Inc.,  Stock Options - Privately Held: HeartBeam Officer, Trustee, Director, Committee Chair: Board Membership T. Bunch: Honoraria/Speaking/Consulting: Pfizer, Inc. Heart Rhythm Society

This episode covers:  Cardiology this Week: A concise summary of recent studies Atrial fibrillation in heart failure Temperature management following cardiac arrest Statistics Made Easy: Collider bias Host: Emer Joyce Guests: Carlos Aguiar, Christian Hassager, Theresa McDonagh Want to watch that episode? Go to: https://esc365.escardio.org/event/1812 Want to watch that extended interview on temperature management following cardiac arrest? Go to: https://esc365.escardio.org/event/1812?resource=interview   Disclaimer ESC TV Today is supported by Bristol Myers Squibb and Novartis. This scientific content and opinions expressed in the programme have not been influenced in any way by its sponsors. This programme is intended for health care professionals only and is to be used for educational purposes. The European Society of Cardiology (ESC) does not aim to promote medicinal products nor devices. Any views or opinions expressed are the presenters' own and do not reflect the views of the ESC. The ESC is not liable for any translated content of this video. The English-language always prevails.   Declarations of interests Stephan Achenbach, Emer Joyce, Christian Hassager, Nicolle Kraenkel and Theresa McDonagh have declared to have no potential conflicts of interest to report. Carlos Aguiar has declared to have potential conflicts of interest to report: personal fees for consultancy and/or speaker fees from Abbott, AbbVie, Alnylam, Amgen, AstraZeneca, Bayer, BiAL, Boehringer-Ingelheim, Daiichi-Sankyo, Ferrer, Gilead, GSK, Lilly, Novartis, Pfizer, Sanofi, Servier, Takeda, Tecnimede. Davide Capodanno has declared to have potential conflicts of interest to report: Bristol Myers Squibb, Daiichi Sankyo, Sanofi Aventis, Novo Nordisk, Terumo. Steffen Petersen has declared to have potential conflicts of interest to report: consultancy for Circle Cardiovascular Imaging Inc. Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Emma Svennberg has declared to have potential conflicts of interest to report: Abbott, Astra Zeneca, Bayer, Bristol-Myers, Squibb-Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson.

This week please join author Boyoung Joung and Associate Editor Svati Shah as they discuss the article "Proteomic Signatures for Risk Prediction of Atrial Fibrillation." For the episode transcript, visit: https://www.ahajournals.org/do/10.1161/podcast.20250728.351486

Darshan H. Brahmbhatt, Podcast Editor of JACC: Advances, discusses a recently published original research paper on Association of Race and Ethnicity With Stroke and Mortality Outcomes in Atrial Fibrillation.

Cardiac electrophysiologist Seth Goldbarg, MD, shares how AI can improve outcomes for patients with persistent and longstanding atrial fibrillation by identifying critical areas for ablation. Let us know what you thought of this week's episode on Twitter: @physicianswkly Want to share your medical expertise, research, or unique experience in medicine on the PW podcast? Email us at editorial@physweekly.com! Thanks for listening!

With Francesca Coraducci Marche Polytechnic University of Ancona, Ancona - Italy, Marco Guglielmo, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht - The Netherlands, and Anna Giulia Pavon, Cardiocentro Ticino Institute, Lugano - Switzerland. Link to editorial Link to paper

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In atrial fibrillation (A-Fib) and atrial flutter (A-Flutter) the electrical impulse for cardiac contraction is in the atria but isn't the normal pacemaker of the heart, the SA node. The ECG characteristics of A-Fib and A-Flutter. Recognition and treatment of unstable patients in A-Fib/Flutter with rapid ventricular response (RVR).Suggested energy settings for synchronized cardioversion of unstable patients with a narrow complex tachycardia. Team safety when cardioverting an unstable patient in A-FIB/Flutter.Adenosine's role for stable SVT patients with underlying atrial rhythms.Treatment of stable patients in A-Fib/Flutter with RVR.For other medical podcasts that cover narrow complex tachycardias, visit the pod resource page at passacls.com. Good luck with your ACLS class!Links: Buy Me a Coffee at https://buymeacoffee.com/paultaylor Practice ECG rhythms at Dialed Medics - https://dialedmedics.com/Free Prescription Discount Card - Download your free drug discount card to save money on prescription medications for you and your pets: https://safemeds.vipPass ACLS Web Site - Episode archives & other ACLS-related podcasts: https://passacls.com@Pass-ACLS-Podcast on LinkedIn

Oral antiarrhythmics have limited efficacy and significant risks Catheter ablation is now a first-line option in suitable patients Newer ablation technology - Pulsed field ablation (PFA) is safer and faster Anticoagulation decisions remain based on stroke risk, not ablation status Genuine post-procedural issues may be benign Ongoing healthcare professional role - Blood pressure and risk factor control The questions answered in this podcast are listed below.They were compiled by GPs and health professionals around Australia who attended Healthed’s face-to-face seminars. How effective are oral antiarrhythmic medications? Does this cure atrial fibrillation? What is the current state of ablation technology? Can you explain what you mean by "rapid" and provide an example of how long a procedure typically takes? Does reduced scarring decrease the likelihood or complexity of needing a repeat ablation? What are some of the contraindications in terms of structurally abnormal heart that would be contraindications for the patient? How should atrial fibrillation be approached in patients with severe ischaemic heart disease? Does this complicate treatment? If a patient has an AF ablation, can they come off my anticoagulant? How do you manage patient’s embolic issues? How soon after the procedure can patients typically be discharged? Following successful AF suppression, is it possible for patients to stop taking DOACs or other anticoagulants? After discharge, how soon should patients follow up with their GP? What should the GP monitor and what should be communicated back to the specialist? When will you consider AV node ablation and insertion of a pacemaker? Host: David Lim | Total Time: 44 mins Expert: Prof Rukshen Weerasooriya, Sub-specialist Cardiac Electrophysiologist Register for our fortnightly FREE WEBCASTSEvery second Tuesday | 7:00pm-9:00pm AEST Click here to register for the next oneSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Frank Flachskampf, Uppsala University, Uppsala - Sweden, and James Thomas, Northwestern University, Chicago - USA.  Link to editorial  Link to paper  

Jafar has a history of atrial fibrillation and reports occasional fatigue and palpitations. His resting heart rate is 96 bpm and irregular, and he takes a beta-blocker. During a six-minute walk test, he experiences mild shortness of breath but completes the test without difficulty. Which consideration is MOST important when developing this patient's exercise program?A) Monitor for a target heart rate based on age-predicted max heart rateB) Use a perceived exertion scale to guide exercise intensityC) Avoid aerobic exercise due to the risk of arrhythmiasD) Encourage high-intensity intervals to improve cardiovascular functionDOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE'S CHEATSHEET:www.nptecheatsheet.com/atrial-fib

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Heart attacks & strokes are down, but guess what's rising? ⚡ Atrial fibrillation,

حدود نیم میلیون آسترالیایی با مریضی فیبریلاسیون دهلیزی یا Atrial Fibrillation که شایع‌ترین نوع بی‌نظمی ضربان قلب است، زندگی می‌کنند. اما تقریباً ۳۰ درصد مبتلایان در مورد آن نمی‌دانند. این مسأله می‌تواند پیامدهای جدی برای صحت آن‌ها، بخصوص در دوره کلان‌سالی به همراه داشته باشد؛ چون این وضعیت خطر ابتلاء به سکته مغزی و زوال عقل را افزایش می‌دهد.

We covered a paper in episode 81 that suggested treating atrial fibrillation with rapid ventricular response in the field could lower mortality. But it also drops BP a bit. Could pretreating these patients with calcium lower the risk of hypotension? Dr Jarvis puts on his nerd hat and uses Bayesian analysis to assess a new randomized, placebo-controlled study that looked at just this thing. Why is he going off on this Bayes thing? Because he's been reading a couple of book on it and wanted to take it for a spin.  Tables:  Charts: Bayesian Distributions: Citation: 1.     Az A, Sogut O, Dogan Y, Akdemir T, Ergenc H, Umit TB, Celik AF, Armagan BN, Bilici E, Cakmak S: Reducing diltiazem-related hypotension in atrial fibrillation: Role of pretreatment intravenous calcium. The American Journal of Emergency Medicine. 2025;February;88:23–8.2.     Fornage LB, O'Neil C, Dowker SR, Wanta ER, Lewis RS, Brown LH: Prehospital Intervention Improves Outcomes for Patients Presenting in Atrial Fibrillation with Rapid Ventricular Response. Prehospital Emergency Care. doi: 10.1080/10903127.2023.2283885 (Epub ahead of print).3.     Kolkebeck T, Abbrescia K, Pfaff J, Glynn T, Ward JA: Calcium chloride before i.v. diltiazem in the management of atrial fibrillation. The Journal of Emergency Medicine. 2004;May 1;26(4):395–400.4.     Chivers T: Everything Is Predictable: How Bayes' Remarkable Theorem Explains the World. Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 2024.5.     McGrayne SB: The Theory That Would Not Die. how Bayes' Rule Cracked The Enigma Code, Hunted Down Russian Submarines & Emerged Triumphant From Two Centuries of Controversy. New Haven, CT, Yale University Press, 2011. FAST25 | May 19-21, 2025 | Lexington, KY

Darshan H. Brahmbhatt, Podcast Editor of JACC: Advances, discusses a recently published original research paper on A Comparison of Outcomes With Apixaban, Rivaroxaban, and Warfarin for Atrial Fibrillation and/or Venous Thromboembolism.

Darshan H. Brahmbhatt, Podcast Editor of JACC: Advances, discusses a recently published original research paper on Healthcare Expenditure on Atrial Fibrillation in the United States: The Medical Expenditure Panel Survey 2016 to 2021.

Dr. Emile Daoud, Deputy Editor of JACC Clinical Electrophysiology discusses Premature Ventricular Complexes after Ablation for Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation and Recurrent Atrial Arrhythmias: admIRE Subanalysis.

Assessing Recurrence Following Pulsed Field Ablation for Atrial Fibrillation   Guest: Nicholas Tan, M.D., M.S. Host: Anthony H. Kashou, M.D.   Pulsed field ablation has been rapidly adopted across the United States since FDA approval was granted 1 year ago, due to its excellent acute efficacy, favorable safety profile, and fast workflow. However, recurrences post-ablation are comparable to that of previously established modalities, making this a significant hurdle that has yet to be overcome. Changes to mapping/ablation strategies, updates to PFA parameters, autonomic modulation, and combination modality ablations (PFA/RFA) offer some avenues for improvement   Topics Discussed:  What is pulsed field ablation (PFA) and how does it differ from previously established modalities of ablation such as radiofrequency and cryoablation? What are the recurrence rates post-PFA and how do they compare with other modalities? In patients who undergo redo ablations following an index PFA procedure, what are the most common causes (i.e. reconnection of pulmonary veins versus new sites)? How do you think PFA will evolve in the coming years   Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.

With Damiano Fedele, University of Bologna, Bologna - Italy and University Medical Center Utrecht - The Netherlands, Marco Guglielmo, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht - The Netherlands, and Anna Giulia Pavon, Cardiocentro Ticino Institute, Lugano - Switzerland. Link to editorial Link to paper 

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Join host Michael S. Lloyd, MD, FHRS and episode guests Ante Anic, MD and Konstantinos Vlachos, MD as they discuss the recent article Repeat Procedures after Pulsed Field Ablation for Atrial Fibrillation, the MANIFEST-REDO Study, from Europace. This episode was recorded in-person at EHRA 2025. Bonus video footage of the episode is available on heartrhythm265.org.   https://www.hrsonline.org/education/TheLead https://academic.oup.com/europace/advance-article/doi/10.1093/europace/euaf012/7958418   Host Disclosure(s): M. Lloyd: Honoraria/Speaking/Consulting: Medtronic, Arga Medtech, Circa Scientific Membership on Advisory Committees: Boston Scientific Contributor Disclosure(s): A. Anic: Honoraria/Speaking/Consulting: Boston Scientific Research: Biosense Webster, Inc., AtaCor Medical Inc., Arga Medtech K. Vlachos: Nothing to disclose.

In atrial fibrillation (A-Fib) and atrial flutter (A-Flutter) the electrical impulse for cardiac contraction is in the atria but isn't the normal pacemaker of the heart, the SA node. The ECG characteristics of A-Fib and A-Flutter. Recognition and treatment of unstable patients in A-Fib/Flutter with rapid ventricular response (RVR).Suggested energy settings for synchronized cardioversion of unstable patients with a narrow complex tachycardia. Team safety when cardioverting an unstable patient in A-FIB/Flutter.Adenosine's role for stable SVT patients with underlying atrial rhythms.Treatment of stable patients in A-Fib/Flutter with RVR. For other medical podcasts that cover narrow complex tachycardias, visit the pod resource page at passacls.com. Good luck with your ACLS class!Links: Buy Me a Coffee at https://buymeacoffee.com/paultaylor Practice ECG rhythms at Dialed Medics - https://dialedmedics.com/Free Prescription Discount Card - Download your free drug discount card to save money on prescription medications for you and your pets: https://safemeds.vip/savePass ACLS Web Site - Episode archives & other ACLS-related podcasts: https://passacls.com@Pass-ACLS-Podcast on LinkedIn

Interview with Leonoor F. J. M. Wijdeveld, BSc and Sean J. Jurgens, MD, MSc, PhD, authors of Cardiomyopathy-Associated Gene Variants in Atrial Fibrillation. Hosted by Sharlene Day, MD. Related Content: Cardiomyopathy-Associated Gene Variants in Atrial Fibrillation Genetic Testing in Early-Onset Atrial Fibrillation

This special electrophysiology-themed issue of JACC, summarized by Dr. Valentin Fuster, dives into cutting-edge research on atrial fibrillation, pulsed field ablation, sudden cardiac arrest in athletes, and preventive strategies in congenital heart disease. From new therapies like finerenone to breakthrough mapping techniques, this episode captures the evolving sophistication and promise of arrhythmia management in modern cardiology.

This special electrophysiology-themed issue of JACC, summarized by Dr. Valentin Fuster, dives into cutting-edge research on atrial fibrillation, pulsed field ablation, sudden cardiac arrest in athletes, and preventive strategies in congenital heart disease. From new therapies like finerenone to breakthrough mapping techniques, this episode captures the evolving sophistication and promise of arrhythmia management in modern cardiology.