Sinus arrhythmia is the variation in heart rate attributable to respiration. Fox and Forges (1985) have found that the “amplitude” of sinus arrhythmia measured near birth is correlated with ...

NHS patients can now self-monitor their heart health at home with the new Philips ePatch, a do-it-yourself device designed to streamline the diagnosis of heart rhythm issues. Unlike traditional ...

An arrhythmia is a problem with your heartbeat’s rhythm and/or rate. Some arrhythmias are nothing to worry about, others should be monitored, and some need to be addressed immediately. The heart has ...

Dr. Kathleen Maginot answers the question: 'Abnormal Heart Rhythms in Children?' — -- Question: What types of abnormal heart rhythms are more common in children? Answer :There are many ...

A harmless early extra heartbeat and a chaotic, racing, potentially lethal heart rhythm are obviously two different things. Yet, both fit the medical definition of an arrhythmia. "The majority of ...

Sick sinus syndrome (SSS) is a heart rhythm problem that affects your heart's natural pacemaker. You may develop symptoms of SSS like dizziness, fainting, and fatigue. Treatment may include lifestyle ...

Genetic mutations can impact the heart’s structure or electrical functions, potentially leading to inherited arrhythmias. Several types of heart arrhythmias, including atrial fibrillation, Brugada ...

Reentry arrhythmia occurs when electrical signals in the heart deviate from their usual path, creating a loop that causes repeated stimulation and disrupts the heart’s rhythm. Symptoms of reentry ...

Tachycardia and bradycardia are two types of irregular heart rates. Tachycardia is when the heart beats faster than 100 beats per minute. Bradycardia is when the heart beats slower than 60 beats per ...

Electrocardiologists are cardiologists who have received additional training in testing for and treating heart rhythm problems. Electrocardiologists are also known as electrophysiologists, cardiac ...