There is a recent article on ICliniq that AFIB is now being detected in much younger people, and no longer just in "old people", For the most part I have had good care for my AFIB over the past 40+ years. (diagnosed at 30) I agree that management of the condition likely makes a difference in mortality rates. My cardiologist once told me that I will likely die with it, not from it.by sldabrowski - AFIBBERS FORUM
I had mini maze 16 years ago as part of a study and was afib free for 10 years. Then afib came back. I am sharing this because the mini maze does not guarantee a complete cure. You may have to have a "touch up" or two over the years. I had one 5 years ago. Still on low dose medication to maintain rhythm because I had AFIB for many years. (over 40 years at this point) I was diagnosed wheby sldabrowski - AFIBBERS FORUM
PracticeUpdate:by sldabrowski - AFIBBERS FORUM
Have you tried Renexa/Ranolzaine? There is some evidence that this drug helps with arrythmia's. Several articles in the forum and on the internet for this off label use. It does not affect heart rate or BP however..by sldabrowski - AFIBBERS FORUM
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Interesting article on AFIB riskby sldabrowski - AFIBBERS FORUM
Has he mentioned Renexa? There are several articles in the forum about this drug and effect on heart arrythmia. Some positive results used as off label medication for various arrythmias.by sldabrowski - AFIBBERS FORUM
Every drug I know of has side effects. Even tylenol, aspirin. Always weight the beneifts vs the risks.by sldabrowski - AFIBBERS FORUM
Interesting article regarding use of this drug Sodium glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT2) inhibitors, originally developed for the treatment of type-2 diabetes, have shown efficacy in improving cardiovascular outcomes in patients with heart failure (both in heart failure with reduced and preserved ejection fraction), with and without diabetes. Additional evidence has been accumulating on the favorby sldabrowski - AFIBBERS FORUM
There are EP's out there that will address these issues. Not easy to resolve as I have been informed, but not impossible to ablate or figure out location, particularly with new mapping technology. I have had experienced these arrythmia's for many years. I have had two ablations for AFIB, and over time have had problems with PAC/PVC. They are not fun and several recent articles (you cby sldabrowski - AFIBBERS FORUM
AI method looks very promising. Approved by FDA but other than California, not sure what practices are using this mapping system. Any one have information?by sldabrowski - AFIBBERS FORUM
Good news, male or female, no difference in outcomesby sldabrowski - AFIBBERS FORUM
There have been studies for off label use for Renexa - ranolazine, has been found to help with ectopics and AFIB. There are likely some articles or research information on this web site regarding this medication. More recent research articles indicate that PAC/PVC particularly over a certain burden - should not be ignored.by sldabrowski - AFIBBERS FORUM
I was part of this study last year that ended in December and was informed that Bayer halted the study because their drug did not perform any better against Eliquis. They were testing a once-a-day medication vs 2x day and of course any side effects. There are other drugs for anti-coagulation in the testing phase. Anyone else doing a clinical trial? I will not know for some time which medication Iby sldabrowski - AFIBBERS FORUM
Florida has already approved purchase of certain medications from Canada. I predict we will see more of that from other states.by sldabrowski - AFIBBERS FORUM
Have you explored Rythmol? also known as Propafenone.by sldabrowski - AFIBBERS FORUM
Medtronic made history in December - Question is, when will this be available to patients as an option?by sldabrowski - AFIBBERS FORUM
Updated guidelines for classification and treatment of AFIB. Very detailed.by sldabrowski - AFIBBERS FORUM
I am very aware of your frustration. I hope at this point you have uncovered some answers. I developed AFIB at age 30. After all these years, no one has been able to tell me why. At this point the feedback I was given is likely some genetic flaw and just bad luck. And my current EP told me I will drive myself crazy trying to figure out the cause. I am now 74. 40+ years ago, not as much infoby sldabrowski - AFIBBERS FORUM
Additional support for LAA Closure?by sldabrowski - AFIBBERS FORUM
Some good news for those on NOAC. New drug - Clinical trials were stopped early because of good outcomes. Not sure when it will be ready for patients. Press Release: Anthos Therapeutics’ Novel Dual Acting Factor XI / XIa Inhibitor, Abelacimab 150 mg, Demonstrated a 67% Reduction in the Primary Endpoint of Major or Clinically Relevant Non-Major Bleeding Compared with Rivaroxaban in Patientby sldabrowski - AFIBBERS FORUM
That was not the case for me. I had no co morbidities at 30. Nada, nothing.by sldabrowski - AFIBBERS FORUM
I take it daily. 50x twice a day. WT is 160.by sldabrowski - AFIBBERS FORUM
Every choice of medication has its own risks. I know that there are several "check lists" out there to determine risk factors/vs benefits.by sldabrowski - AFIBBERS FORUM
If you had a risk of flutter, you would know at this point. I have been on Flecainide for 40 + years. Have had two ablations, Still on Flecainide and I do not take BB or Diltiazem at this point. I do keep a supply of Diltiazem just in case. Take losartan low dose for BP. I do not know of anyone or heard of anyone who has been on Flecainide as long as me. I would ask, after being on the drug for yby sldabrowski - AFIBBERS FORUM
Interesting article. I was diagnosed with AFib at 30. At 74 currently still working as a therapist. Based on yearly testing, still have all my "marbles". There is likely to be some other factors that can influence this as well. Genetics, self care, etc. PracticeUpdate:by sldabrowski - AFIBBERS FORUM
Look up Dr. Doug Lucas - orthopedic Doc who specializes in bone health. He has many podcasts on you tube. ohhmd.com is his web site.by sldabrowski - AFIBBERS FORUM
Interesting article on bleeding risks scoring.by sldabrowski - AFIBBERS FORUM
I was part of a study 16 years ago at Emory University during a mini maze procedure, the LA was clipped shut - not removed or sewed. My cardiologist wanted to see if it was still closed and any leaks during a latest discussion should I be on an anti-coagulant. My cardiac CT scan revealed that after all these years, it is still closed off and no leaks. They sent this report to the EP's on stby sldabrowski - AFIBBERS FORUM
This information did not surprise me at all. More and more information that these ectopic heart beats may not be as benign in some people. I know they are not benign for me.by sldabrowski - AFIBBERS FORUM