atrial fibrillation (AFib)

December 13, 2012

Novel gene linked to familial atrial fibrillation

A rare genetic variant that occurs more commonly in families of patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) may be a key to better understanding this common and potentially life threatening condition, Vanderbilt University researchers reported this week.

By Bill Snyder
December 6, 2011

Study points to personal treatment for atrial fibrillation

Individuals with atrial fibrillation who have a particular genetic variant respond better to rate control therapy.

By Kathy Whitney
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